A Diet High in Dietary Fiber Can Help Reduce the Risk

question 46

Multiple Choice

A diet high in dietary fiber can help reduce the risk of developing:

• A)diverticular disease.
• B)anemia.
• C)Type 1 diabetes.
• D)lactose intolerance.

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