Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies -  Standalone book (MindTap Course List)
Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies - Standalone book (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305627994
Author: Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitney
Publisher: Brooks Cole
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Chapter 11, Problem 4SC
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Chronic diseases are cardiovascular diseases such as heart disease and stroke; cancer; chronic respiratory diseases; diabetes, mental disorders, bone and joint disorders, and genetic disorders. The risk factors of chronic diseases are unhealthy diet, no physical activity and use of tobacco.

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