Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
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ISBN: 9781337919333
Author: Brown, Judith E.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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To examine: Whether the statement “The CDC suggests that longevity depends more on lifestyle factors than on genetics” is true or false.

Introduction: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)  is a national health institute in USA established with an aim to protect and safeguard public health. It mainly focuses on control and prevention of diseases, health promotion and activities related to health improvement.

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