Having excess body fat increases the risk of ________.

A. cystic fibrosis
B. breast cancer
C. scurvy
D. pellagra


Answer: B

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a. whole milk b. sunflower seeds c. cottage cheese d. butter e. feta cheese

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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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