Which claim about herbal preparations has research support?

a. Goldenseal may cure urinary tract infections.
b. Turmeric may reduce inflammation.
c. Garlic may lower blood cholesterol.
d. Chaparral may clear up acne.
e. Ginkgo may relieve vertigo


Answer: c. Garlic may lower blood cholesterol.

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a. they come from families of lower economic means. b. polite, controlled, rigid, unspontaneous behavior. c. they come from families that value an inner sense of worth. d. rebellious, uncontrollable behavior.

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