The hormone that stimulates the kidneys to reabsorb, rather than excrete, water is _____
a. thyroxine
b. ADH
c. cortisone
d. epinephrine
e. cortisol
b
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Which of the following is NOT symptomatic of anorexia nervosa?
A) intense fear of gaining weight or becoming fat B) absence of menstrual cycle unless hormones (estrogen-progesterone) are given C) refusal to maintain body weight at a minimally normal weight for age and height D) secretive consumption of large amounts of food in a short period of time
To improve their children's eating habits, caregivers should ________.
A. discourage snacking B. use the promise of desserts as a reward for eating vegetables C. encourage children to eat at least 2 servings of fruits and vegetables daily D. serve water instead of sugar-sweetened beverages
At a birthday party, Sam eats a chocolate chip cookie with peanuts. Within minutes, he has trouble breathing, his blood pressure plummets, and he has to be rushed to the hospital for treatment
Which condition is the MOST likely cause of his symptoms? A) gastroesophageal reflux disease B) peanut allergy C) celiac disease D) gluten intolerance
You might recommend all of the following to a person trying not to overeat except ________.
A. use a larger dinner plate B. chew foods slowly C. limit use of added sugars and unhealthy fats in meal preparation D. eat meals in the same place