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Lou is becoming increasingly concerned about his lapses in memory, and fears that, at age 69, he might be developing Alzheimer's disease. To improve his memory, he is considering trying
 
  A) flaxseed.
  B) ginkgo biloba.
  C) ginseng.
  D) echinacea.

Question 2

All of the following are true of herbal remedies EXCEPT that
 
  A) they cannot harm humans because they are in a natural plant form.
  B) they are not regulated by the FDA in the same manner as other medications.
  C) the active ingredients have not been standardized.
  D) they can interact with other medications in a way that could be dangerous.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A



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