The theory that the body tends to maintain a certain weight by means of its own internal controls is referred to as the _____ theory

a. set-point
b. external cue
c. internal cue
d. fat cell


a

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What is the primary cause of malabsorption in people with celiac disease?

A. erosion of the villi of the small intestine B. ulceration of the large intestine C. damage to the lining of the esophagus D. an allergic reaction throughout the GI tract

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Food was held at 70*F for a long time in anaerobic conditions. Eight hours after eating it you became ill. What is the culprit?

a. salmonella b. staphylococcus c. clostridium perfringens d. campylobacter jejuni

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Caffeine is such a powerful diuretic that athletes and sedentary people should not count caffeinated beverages as part of their fluid intake

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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