____________________ are substances or treatments that purportedly improve athletic performance above and beyond what is possible through training

Fill in the blank with correct word


Ergogenic aids

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A. NSAIDs B. analgesics C. antibacterial agents D. immunosuppressants E. antivirals

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Which of the following accurately describes the relationship between anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa?

A. Anorexia nervosa is essentially a very severe case of bulimia nervosa. B. Anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are two distinct conditions that do not overlap. C. Individuals diagnosed with anorexia nervosa may exhibit behaviors of bulimia nervosa.   D. People with anorexia nervosa fear becoming fat, whereas people with bulimia nervosa are not concerned with body weight.

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Albumin, transferrin, and prealbumin are plasma proteins that can:

a. identify degree of muscle wasting. b. be influenced by fluid imbalances. c. be affected by different medical conditions. d. offer little actual information about protein status in the body.

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