The theory of obesity that refers to receptors in the hypothalamus is the:
a. lipostatic theory
b. set point theory
c. glucostatic theory
d. glucose-obese theory
Answer: c. glucostatic theory
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A. conventional therapy B. split-dose insulin C. multiple daily injections D. single-dose insulin E. not taking any insulin
Which fat-soluble vitamin is associated with night blindness?
1.Vitamin A 2.Vitamin D 3.Vitamin E 4.Vitamin K
All of the following nutritional factors may retard development of cataracts except:
a. eating yellow and orange vegetables containing carotenoids and vitamin A. b. eating fruits and vegetables that contain antioxidants and phytochemicals. c. maintaining normal weight. d. limiting caffeine.
The protein RDA for adults is ____ g/kg/day but up to ____ g/kg/day is recommended for bodybuilders
a. 0.4; 0.8 b. 0.4; 1.7 c. 0.8; 1.7 d. 0.8; 2.1 e. 1.1; 2.1