What is one function of the pyloric sphincter?
a. Secretes acid into the stomach
b. Secretes hormones into the stomach
c. Prevents the contents of the small intestine from backing up into the stomach
d. Prevents the contents of the small intestine from emptying too quickly into the colon
c
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Which of the following is a function of body fat?
A) It is a source of some hormones. B) It is an important component of teeth. C) It helps in the absorption of hydrophobic nutrients. D) It limits the storage of high-energy nutrients.
Which of the following would NOT be used to treat PMS symptoms?
a. Increased intake of caffeine b. Oral contraceptives c. Supplements like B6 or calcium d. Chasteberry extract e. Antidepressants
Which of the following vitamins has an anticoagulant property?
A. vitamin K B. vitamin E C. vitamin B12 D. vitamin C
Indicate the effect that each of the following factors has on mineral absorption. Insoluble fiber such as wheat fiber:
a. increases absorption. b. decreases absorption. c. has no effect on absorption.