Alcohol contributes to obesity because it _____
a. diminishes the body's use of fat for fuel
b. has as many kcalories as fat
c. increases appetite
d. encourages storage of body protein
e. stimulates the pancreas to release insulin
a
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a. glucose-dependent insulinotropic peptide. b. the cholecystokinin mechanism. c. high serum triglyceride levels. d. secretion of pancreatic enzymes.
For several years, Corey has suffered from intermittent abdominal pain along with bouts of diarrhea and constipation. According to Corey, his "bad guts" worsen whenever he is "stressed out" or eats certain foods, especially raw fruit and baked beans. His doctor has determined that his intestinal tract is not inflamed. Based on this information, Corey probably has ________.
A. irritable bowel syndrome B. Crohn's disease C. gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) D. ulcerative colitis
The hormone ________ is released from the pancreas when blood glucose is elevated above a normal range.
A. thyroxine B. glucagon C. insulin D. glycogen
Energy is stored in muscle cells as lactic acid
Indicate whether the statement is true or false