People who have bulimia nervosa typically avoid gaining weight after bingeing on food by ________.
A. abusing alcohol
B. abusing stimulant drugs, such as cocaine, caffeine, and ephedra
C. purging, including self-induced vomiting
D. taking thyroid hormone supplements to increase their metabolic rate
Answer: C
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Researchers collect data to assess a population’s nutrition status. Which of the following statements is true for the United States today?
a. Congress uses the research data to regulate the food supply. b. The Healthy People program met its 2020 goal to improve consumption of fruits and vegetables. c. The food industry uses research data to establish research priorities. d. The Healthy People program did not meet its 2020 goal for improving physical activity. e. Obesity rates are in decline for the first time in decades.
According to a study conducted by the National Eye Institute, which of the following lists of supplements may lower the risk of age-related macular degeneration?
A) vitamin D, vitamin K, and niacin B) choline, carnitine, and inositol C) pantothenic acid, biotin, and thiamin D) vitamin C, vitamin E, and beta-carotene
Excessive consumption of alcohol has been associated with an increased risk for ________.
A. cirrhosis B. All of the choices are correct. C. sudden cardiac death D. high blood pressure
A person suffering from osteomalacia is prone to
A) bone fractures. B) bowed legs. C) diseased gums. D) high blood pressure.