How is reproductive health maintained in the vagina for women in their reproductive years?
A) hormone levels support high levels of glycogen in the vagina
B) glycogen prevents the growth of Lactobacillus species of bacteria
C) Lactobacillus secretes hydrogen peroxide and acidic by-products to inhibit the growth of pathogens
D) Lactobacillus secretes basic by-products which inhibit the growth of pathogens
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