Herbal and Dietary Supplements Are Tested for Safety and Side

question 110

Multiple Choice

Herbal and dietary supplements are tested for safety and side effects prior to release by which organization?

• A)Food and Drug Administration
• B)Centers for Disease Control
• C)Herbal Medicine Office
• D)Herbal products do not require testing for safety and side effects prior to release.

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Definitions:

Beta Amyloid Precursor Protein

A protein involved in the development of Alzheimer's disease, known for its role in the formation of beta-amyloid plaques in the brain.

Nerve Synapses

The junctions between neurons that allow for the transmission of electrical or chemical signals from one neuron to another.

Genetic Predisposition

The increased likelihood of developing a particular disease or trait based on a person's genetic makeup, inherited from their parents.

Contracting Disease

The process of becoming infected with a disease, often through the spread of pathogens from one individual to another.