Having high blood levels of ________ may increase a person's risk of CVD.

A. tryptophan
B. homocysteine
C. aspartic acid
D. HDL


Answer: B

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Michael is rushed to the hospital after a simple blood test determines a blood sugar of 600 mg/dL. He is most likely suffering from

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