_____________ is a hormone secreted by the pancreas in response to an increase in the blood glucose level; it permits glucose to be taken up by the cells and is responsible for fat storage

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


Insulin

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Jennifer craves a bowl of ice cream every night while pregnant and has heard that this craving may be due to her body’s need for additional calcium. What would you tell her?

a. Cravings usually suggest the body’s need for particular nutrient in the food being craved. b. Cravings usually suggest the body’s need for additional protein. c. Cravings do not seem to indicate a physiological need for a nutrient d. Cravings usually suggest the body’s need for additional energy due to rapid growth spurts in the fetus. e. Cravings suggest physiological need for a nutrient and should be given in to.

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According to Nestle's website, in which year was the famous chocolate chip cookie first created by Ruth Wakefield?

A. 1879 B. 1930 C. 1999 D. 2000

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Delirium tremens, known as the “DTs,” is a result of:

1.thiamin toxicity. 2.niacin toxicity. 3.thiamin deficiency. 4.niacin deficiency.

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Federal programs to relieve hunger are crucial to many people, even if not fully successful in preventing hunger

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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