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Caiter2013

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on: Aug 21, 2018
Vitamin D plays a role as a hormone in combating ___________________ _, which can lead to the development of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, certain cancers, and rheumatoid arthritis.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 2

A lack of the appropriate amount of niacin in the diet may lead to a disease called ___________________ _.
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cclemon1

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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

chronic inflammation

Answer to Question 2

pellagra


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