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Common Diseases and Disorders of the Digestive System

Question 4 • Anatomy & Physiology B

A diet rich in fiber can be good for preventing cancerdiverticulitisgingivitisheartburn.

Answer
A
cancer
B
diverticulitis
C
gingivitis
D
heartburn

Explanation

Fiber adds bulk to stool and helps it pass more easily, which can reduce straining and pressure in the colon. A high-fiber diet is therefore associated with a lower risk of diverticulitis. The correct choice is diverticulitis.

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