Which of the following hormones or neuropeptides is secreted from the adipose tissue and inhibits appetite?
A. Peptide YY
B. Amylin
C. Cortisol
D. Leptin
Answer: D
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Which of the following functions is shared by beta-carotene and vitamin E?
a. Inhibition of oxidation b. Prevention of keratinization c. Inhibition of bone calcium loss d. Prevention of hemolytic anemia
Sue picked up a cereal box and read that one serving provides 15 percent of the DV for total carbohydrate. Which of the following statements is true regarding this cereal?
a. One serving contains 15 percent of its calories from carbohydrates. b. One serving provides 15 percent of the total carbohydrates that are recommended to be eaten in a day. c. The contents of the cereal box provide 15 percent of the carbohydrates that should be eaten in a day. d. One serving provides 15 percent of the starch recommendation only for the day.
How does vitamin A help prevent infection?
a. Vitamin A plays a role in the maintenance of the skin and membranous lining of the body. b. Vitamin A acts as a prooxidant, thus helping to destroy pathogens. c. Vitamin A stimulates the production of an increased amount of lymphatic tissue, thus increasing immune function. d. A form of vitamin A is a component of visual pigments.
Supplemental zinc can interfere with the absorption of iron and copper
Indicate whether the statement is true or false