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rlane42

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on: Aug 21, 2018
People who have a BMI < 18.5 (underweight) have a greater risk for heart disease and type 2 diabetes than those in the healthy weight range (BMI 18.5-24.9).
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

There is an association between body weight, chronic disease risk, and mortality but this association is very much influenced by cardiovascular fitness.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


tkempin

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Reply #1 on: Aug 21, 2018
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