Which of the following statements describes the likely cause of suppressed appetite after gastric bypass surgery?
A) Bypassing the small intestine results in higher levels of leptin secretion.
B) The loss of stomach area results in the production of lower levels of ghrelin.
C) The stomach produces lower levels of intrinsic factor.
D) The surgery renders foods unpalatable.
B
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A) during mental stress. B) after age 30. C) during pregnancy. D) whenever physical activity is increased.
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A. collagen B. adrenal hormones C. thyroxin D. calcium and iron
Maternal obesity reduces the rate of successful breastfeeding
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The fetus is a parasite
1.True 2.False