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In the vegetable kingdom, which is the richest source of minerals?
* broccoli
* spinach
* beets
* seaweed
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* seaweed
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What did Japanese school children gather to make flour when rice and wheat were scarce?
* dandelions
* acorns
* seashells
* pinecones
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* acorns
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What creates fish oil in fish?
* algae
* eating other fish
* the salt content in the water
* it is naturally occurring
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* algae
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In India, the British people were looking for something for the Indian people to swear on in court that was considered sacred. What did they use?
* a cow
* basil
* curry
* banana
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* basil
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Which is the oldest cultivated legume?
* lentils
* lima beans
* soy beans
* black eyed peas
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* lentils
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Which is true about black, oolong and green tea?
* same taste
* same color
* same nutrients
* come from the same plant
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* come from the same plant
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What is the only Christmas song that was # 1 on Christmas day?
* blue christmas
* silent night
* jingle bells
* the chipmunk song
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* the chipmunk song
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In 1826, at West Point Military Academy, there was a riot over what?
* being denied visitors
* being denied leave
* egg nog
* being denied gifts
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* egg nog - It wasn't spiked so the cadets rioted.
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What is a nog? It is a drink with _________ in it.
* egg
* sugar
* rum
* heavy cream
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* rum
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This receipe was discovered by accident when and ingredient was substituted. Which is it?
* carrot cake
* chocolate chip cookies
* peanut butter cups
* Whitman Chocolates
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* chocolate chip cookies
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Where on your body will you find a pince-nez
* waist
* nose
* wrist
* neck
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* nose
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What causes non alcoholic fatty liver disease?
* tylenol
* ove eating
* prescription medications
* dehydration
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* overeating
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Where do Americans say they turn for medical and health information?
* friends and family
* newspaper and magazines
* their doctor
* the internet
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* their doctor
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A study from the University of Kentucky shows which of the following to be effective in reducing teenage car crashes?
* starting classes an hour later
* ending classes an hour earlier
* a longer lunch break
* more days off from school
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* arting classes an hour later
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Researchers at Johns Hopkins University discovered which of the following to increase a childs risk of injury during a car accident?
* being overweight
* being underweight
* being normal weight
* weight had no bearing
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* being overweight
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According to the Boston Globe what are they using to detect early stage infections that may not even be found by microscope?
* cats
* dogs
* rats
* hampster
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* rats
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Which of the following was called the Country Medicine Chest during colonial times?
* garlic
* elderberry
* echinacea
* juniper berry
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* elderberry
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Which is the leading cancer killer among American women?
* skin
* breast
* lung
* ovarian
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* skin
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What has been shown to raise the level of happiness?
* more money
* more food choices
* watching less television
* having less financial responsibility
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* watching less television
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What impact do regular family meals have on teen girls?
* it lowers the risk of teen pregnancy
* it raises their grades
* it decreases the risk of drug use
* it raises the rate of obesity
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* it decreases the risk of drug use
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Which has the most fiber?
* corn
* lima beans
* carrots
* spinach
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* lima beans
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What is an alienist?
* a loner
* someone that is obnoxious
* a psychiatrist
* someone that studies aliens
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* a psychiatrist
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Who argued the turkey should be our national bird?
* Ben Franklin
* Theodore Roosevelt
* Julia Childs
* Mark Twain
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* Ben Franklin
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What creates fish oil in fish?
* algae
* the salt content in the water
* eating other fish
* it is naturally occurring
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* algae
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What does it mean when someone has "Truman Syndrome"?
* they think they are the president
* they cannot tell a lie
* they think their life is a reality show
* they are obsessed with becoming author
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* they think their life is a reality show
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Which of the following is the only citrus fruit that does not originate from the Old World?
* grapefruit
* oranges
* lemons
* limes
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* grapefruit
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Which is the most commonly diagnosed behavio/mental disorder in U.S. children ages 9-17
* anxiety
* mood
* disruptive behavior
* ADD
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* anxiety
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What does the term NDD stand for?
* Never Deny Drugs
* Non Diagnosed Disease
* Nutritional Deficit Disorder
* No Drugs Dispensed
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* Nutritional Deficit Disorder
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Which was discovered by a UCLA Professor that coupld potentially be used to make x-rays?
* a cell phone
* a microwave
* Scotch tape
* bottled water
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* Scotch tape
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Where would you go to fish for English Sole?
* Pacific Ocean
* Indian Ocean
* Mediterranean Sea
* English Channel
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* Pacific Ocean
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How may glasses of milk you will need to drink to get 2,000 International Units of vitamin D
* 2
* 8
* 12
* 20
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* 20
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Researchers found listening to music can be helpful to your heart. Which gave the benefit?
* Listing to any music.
* Listening to music you like.
* Listening to music at the correct volume.
* Listening to music with right tempo?
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* Listening to music you like.
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Researchers are using a protein to track the spread of cancer. What does the protein come from?
* lightning bugs
* neon
* jellyfish
* eel
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* jellyfish
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What portion of the athletes in the most recent Summer Olympics took supplements?
* all of them
* 90%
* half of them
* less than 10%
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* 90%
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Which of the following contains talc?
* flea and tic powder
* deodorant
* soap
* antacids
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* all of the above
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According to the United States Department of Agriculture, which is the highest in antioxidant power ounce for ounce?
* apples
* oranges
* blueberries
* oregano
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* oregano
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Sleeping which way ahs been shown to increase rapid eye movement and lead to better sleep?
* on your side
* in the North-South position
* alone
* in the East-West position
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* in the North-South position
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What has been shown to boost our bodies' ability to ward off skin damage from ultraviolet rays from the sun and aging?
* grapes
* tomatoes
* avacado
*
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* tomatoes
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Why were there 31 flavors at Baskin Robins?
* one for each day of the month
* that was the age of the inventor
* they ran out of ideas
* there are 31 calories per ounce
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* one for each day of the month
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According to a report from the Associated Press, why is menthol added to cigarettes?
* to increase addictive properties
* to lure younger smokers
* to make it taste less bitter
* all of the above
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* all of the above
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It has been found that one group of children doesn't follow their parents lead when it comes to eating fruits and vegetables. Which group was it?
* older children
* heavier children
* children with ADD
* children with poor grades
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* heavier children
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What is the leading cause of death among the elderly in nursing homes?
* hip fracture
* pneumonia
* stroke
* infection
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* pneumonia
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Which has been shown to help children with ADHD?
* a drive in a car
* taking a nap
* a 20 minute nature walk
* listening to music
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* a 20 minute nature walk
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Which state has the lowest overall hospital death rate?
* Wisconsin
* Ohion
* Illinois
* Michigan
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* all of the above
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Which is a good source of potassium?
* potatoes
* prunes
* tomatoes
* orange juice
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* all of the above
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What is Colony Collapse Disorder (CCD)?
* loss of colonic bacteria in intestinal tract
* farmers in third world countries moving to the city
* bees abandoning the hive
* contagious disease afflicting a large population
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* bees abandoning the hive
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According to the British Journal of Sports Medicine, what was shown to help athletes suffer fewer infections and recover quicker?
* taking a probiotic
* taking a placebo
* wearing a headband
* taking an ice bath
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* taking a probiotic
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Which country is the worlds largest manufacturer of active drug ingredients?
* USA
* Germany
* China
* Japan
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* China
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How many anti-cancer anthocyanins are found in red cabbage?
* 2
* 8
* 12
* 36
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* 36
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What can increase your risk of breast cancer by up to 100%?
* fat
* sugar
* alcohol
* artificial sweeteners
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* fat
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MSG, monosodium glutamate, was first isolated from which of the following?
* salt
* wheat
* seaweed
* lemon seeds
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* seaweed
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According to a recent study, how much exercise is required to benefit the severely obese?
* 3 hours per week
* 1 hour per day
* no difference
* 1 hour per week
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* 1 hour per week
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Which was the first product to display health claims?
* soy milk
* cereal
* oatmeal
* juice
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* cereal
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The word asthma comes from a Greek word that means what?
* inflammation
* lungs
* breath
* panting
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* panting
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In the 1700's, sailors found that consuming this kept their gums healthy during their voyager. What is it?
* vinegar
* limes
* sulfuric acid
* barley water
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* limes
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Which has the most vitamin C per serving?
* grapefruit
* kiwi
* orange
* papaya
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* kisi
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What is the sweetest fruit of all fruits based on sugar content?
* strawberries
* raisins
* pomegranate
* figs
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* figs
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What candy has been around since early in the 20th century and is named after a famous race horse?
* Snickers
* Jellybean
* Lollipop
* Necco
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* Lollipop
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What has been shown to boost our bodies' ability to ward off skin damage from ultraviolet rays from the sun and aging?
* Olive oil
* Grapes
* Avocado
* Tomatoes
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* Tomatoes
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Which has a greater impact on life expectancy?
* cholesterol
* smoking
* attitude
* exercise
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* attitude
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Which of the following has been shown to influence the type of dreams that someone will have?
* temperature
* eating before sleeping
* fragrances
* exercise
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* fragrances
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Which of the following increases risk of asthma in children?
* Tylenol
* Infant formula
* TV in bedroom
* less than 8 hrs of sleep
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* Tylenol
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Sleeping which way has been shown to increase rapid eye movement and leads to better sleep?
* on your side
* in the North-South position
* alone
* in the East-West position
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* in the North-South position
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Which group or organization is responsible for the phrase "Slip, Slop, Slap"?
* the fast food industry
* The American Cancer Society
* Parents for Discipline
* Society of Pediatricians
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* The American Cancer Society
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Which age group has seen the greatest increase in prescription medications for a chronic health condition?
* children
* the 45-65 age group
* the 20-44 age group
* seniors
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* the 20-44 age group
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What was the first United States product to use sucralose?
* Snack Wells Cookies
* Dole Packaged Fruit
* Diet RC Cola
* Slim Fast
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* Diet RC Cola
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Yams are related to which of the following?
* lilies
* alfalfa
* carrots
* radishes
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* lilies
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What is the most prevalent sleep disorder?
* restless legs
* sleep apnea
* enlarged prostate
* night sweats
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* sleep apnea
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What fruit is grown on more acreage worldwide?
* Oranges
* Bananas
* Apples
* Grapes
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* Grapes
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According to the Flordia Medical Examiner Commission, which is most abused in the state of Flordia?
* cocaine
* heroin
* ecstacy
* prescription drugs
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* prescription drugs
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What country eats the most frozen foods per capita?
* United States
* Israel
* Norway
* Sweden
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* Norway
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Which of the following countries consumes the most cola?
* Iceland
* Aruba
* United States
* Mexico
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* Iceland
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People who are especially sensitive to poison ivy are also likely to have an allergic reaction to which of the following?
* milk
* lettuce
* cashew
* grapes
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* cashew
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Adding which of the following when watering cherry tomatoes increased their antioxidant power?
* sea water
* green tea
* honey
* vinegar
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* sea water
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Which leaf off a type of plant are they using to develop a vaccine for certian types of cancer?
* maple leaf
* tobacco leaf
* oak leaf
* fig leaf
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* tobacco leaf
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Which country is the largest manufacturer of active drug ingredients?
* United States
* Germany
* Japan
* China
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* China
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What is the scientific name for vitamin B6?
* Pyridoxine
* Choline
* Theanine
* Riboflavin
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* Pyridoxine
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When it comes to eating fruits and vegetables, children often follow their parents lead. Which group does not?
* older children
* heavier children
* children with ADD
* children with poor grades
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* heavier children
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When you drink green tea while taking an antiobiotic, what happens?
* It causes diarrhea.
* It causes indigestion.
* It helped them lose weight
* It help the antibiotics work better.
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* It help the antibiotics work better.
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According to the British Journal of Sports Medicine, what was shown to help athletes suffer fewer infections and recover quicker?
* taking a probiotic
* taking a placebo
* wearing a headband
* taking an ice bath
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| Answer |
* taking a probiotic
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What color is the "good fat" that may fight obesity?
* white
* pink
* yellow
* brown
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* brown
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There is a new disorder called SRED. What is it related to?
* radiation
* eyes
* sleep
* energy
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* sleep
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Medicare spends 12.3 billion dollars on medical equipment. Where is the largest portion spent?
* oxygen supplies
* wheelchairs
* C-PAP supplies
* diabetic supplies
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* oxygen supplies
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Which of the following foods was not invented in the United States?
* Belguim Waffles
* Swiss Steak
* Russian Dressing
* English Muffins
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* Belguim Waffles
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What does the Paris Hilton Bill outlaw?
* Driving with a dog in lap
* Automatic jail time after two DUI's
* Driving with high heels
* Driving while using cell phone
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* Driving with a dog in lap
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What is the definition of the new term pharmacide?
* Death due to farming injuries.
* Death due to pharmaceuticals.
* Death due to junk foods.
* Death due to internet pharmacies.
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* Death due to pharmaceuticals.
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What was the original name of Pepsi Cola?
* Cola Pep
* Brads Drink
* Pep & Go
* Caro Cola
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* Brads Drink
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