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karlynnae

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Which condition can be effectively treated using black cohosh?
 
  a. Pregnancy
  b. Menopausal symptoms
  c. Heart disease
  d. Hypertension

Question 2

Which body system may be stimulated by use of echinacea?
 
  a. Gastrointestinal
  b. Hepatic
  c. Immune
  d. Renal



jsm54321

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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Black cohosh is now used primarily for menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Echinacea is used as an immune system stimulant. It is taken internally to increase the body's re-sistance to various infections, or it is applied locally for its wound-healing action.



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