Leptin is a satiety-inducing hormone produced by the _____
A. hypothalamus
B. pancreas
C. adipose tissue
D. thyroid gland
C
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Which of the following is the best strategy to limit trans fat in the diet?
A. Use margarine instead of butter. B. Choose chicken fried in peanut oil instead of chicken fried in lard. C. Choose natural peanut butter instead of peanut butter made with hydrogenated vegetable oils. D. Choose light meat poultry instead of dark meat.
Which of the following is a feature of taking high-dose supplements of vitamin A?
a. They increase teratogenic risk b. They are effective in treating acne c. They lead to keratinization of tissue d. They reduce risk for neural tube defects
An endurance athlete has been experiencing intestinal cramping and diarrhea and suspects that these symptoms are related to her pre-exercise meal. Which strategy should she try?
a. Replace some solid food with semi-solid food or liquid. b. Increase foods known to be constipating, such as fat. c. Eliminate food and fluid intake prior to exercise. d. Add a fructose-containing sports beverage.
Which of the following government agency does not regulate food safety?
A. U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) B. U.S. Food and Drug Administration C. Environmental Protection Agency D. Department of Health and Human Services