Which of these does NOT promote the absorption of calcium?     A. fiber   B. stomach acid   C. vitamin D   D. growth hormones   E. lactose

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Q: Which hormone is antagonistic to GIP?   A. VIP  B. Gastrin  C. CCK D. Secretin

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Q: which nutrient has an indirect effect on calcium   absorption

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Q: A person diagnosed with type 1 diabetes will exhibit all of the following symptoms except... a) The…

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Q: Intensive insulin therapy can cause: O a. weight gain. b. a loss of appetite. O c. hyperglycemia. d.…

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Q: Calcium deficiency causes a number of complications, many of which have a very negative impact on…

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Q: Explain 3 interactions among vitamins and minerals in body tissues

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Q: Calcitonin has the following biological effects, except:A. Inhibition of vitamin D activityB.…

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Q: Vitamin D 1.25 is the biologically active vitamin D metabolite and: a) It is formed in the skin b)…

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Q: A person traveled to Asia and is having trouble with jet lag. What would be the best way to get used…

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Q: Rickets is the result of what mineral deficiency? a.Zinc b.Calcium c.Iodine d.Iron

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Q: Define the following terms: a. SAM b. CDP-diacylglycerol c. osteoporosis d. osteoclast e. bile acid

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Q: This hormone responds to the acidity of the chyme. A. CKK B. GIP C. Secretin D. Gastrin 4. ANSWER:…

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Q: Which of the following claims is NOT FDA approved? A. Reduce hypertension B. Fat free C. Low…

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Q: Diabetes mellitus is a disease characterized by the: a. inadequate production of insulin in the…

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Q: Calcium is actively absorbed in the small intestine and this is accelerated by ... a) ... vitamin…

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Q: In humans, the hormone cholecystokinin O A. activates pathways that produce satiety signals in the…

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Q: Growth hormonea. increases the usage of glucose.b. increases the breakdown of lipids.c. decreases…

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Q: Insulin therapy has all of the following effects, except:A. Increases concentration of free fatty…

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Q: A person forgets to eat breakfast one morning. How would this person's body respond to maintain…

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Q: which of these cells secrete hormones ?  a. parietal cells  b. mucous neck cells c. enteroendocrine…

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Q: A deficiency in vitamin A can result in a. improper bone development b. scurvy c. improper eye…

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Q: Malnutrition can result from:   a not taking in enough calories. b being deficient in one or more…

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Q: Insulin increasesa. the uptake of glucose by its target tissues.b. the breakdown of protein.c. the…

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Q: Which of these is the best reason for proper nutrition? O A. To ensure that you will get good grades…

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Q: Insulin is a kind of _____.A. Hormone B. Protein C. Enzyme D. Vitamin

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Q: Which of these causes ulcers? A. Bacterial infection in the stomach B. Aspirin and other…

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Q: 1. An example of negative feedback is the control of blood glucose levels by glucagon.  A __________…

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Q: Parathyroid hormone: a) is secreted when blood calcium levels are too high. b) is required for the…

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Q: Pima Indians are encouraged to exercise regularly to delay the onset of diabetes and/or improve…

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Q: Peristalsis in the digestive system is caused by the _____.   a)  contraction of smooth muscle…

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Q: Vitamin D is important for bone health because it also directly performs which function of PTH?   A.…

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Q: The pancreas produces larger amounts of insulin to cover the increase in glucose that occurs after…

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Q: Leptin inhibit eating by: a) inhibiting AgRP/NPY neurons b) activating melanocortin neurons c)…

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Q: Surgical removal of the pancreas would

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Q: Obese people find it very difficult to lose weight permanently.This is due to several factors,…

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Q: Athletes may take synthetic EPO to boost their________.a. blood calcium levelsb. secretion of growth…

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Q: Soluble fiber attracts lots of water, swells, and becomes viscous. This characteristic allows it to…

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Q: Bone deformities occur due to the excess intake of A) Phosphorus B) Potassium C) Fatty acid O D)…

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Q: A child receiving adequate nutrition and vitamin D, shows signs of rickets. The blood calcium…

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Q: Bone deformities occur due to the excess intake of: A) Phosphorus B) Potassium C) Fatty acid…

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Q: Which of these can cause heartburn? A. Being overweight B. Lying down soon after eating a large meal…

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Q: Glucagon is hormone that: A) has an important role in maintaining blood glucose levels…

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Q: The hormone activating the glycogen synthase activity is a. Glucagon b. ACTH c. Epinephrine d.…

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Q: Which of the following is the primary dietary source of vitamin D in the United States? A. green…

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