Development of osteoporosis is delayed when an individual develops _____.
A. smaller, lighter bones during youth
B. an active lifestyle
C. lean body mass during early adulthood
D. bigger, denser bones during youth
E. adequate fat mass during early adulthood
Answer: D
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Phil is a participant in a study designed to examine the effects of taking a dietary supplement on muscle tissue development. Phil suspects he is in the experimental group, because he is certain his muscles are bigger and stronger as a result of taking the product supplied by the researchers. When the study is completed, Phil learns that he did not receive the dietary supplement. Phil thinks the researchers made a mistake-he is certain his muscle mass increased while he took the supplement. According to this information, Phil's belief that his physical condition improved while he participated in the study is an example of ________.
A. participant fatigue B. the placebo effect C. an anecdotal report D. human subject bias
What is the typical response of the body to changes in blood glucose??
A) ?Blood glucose levels that fall too low signal the release of insulin. B) ?Blood glucose levels that fall too low signal the release of glucagon. C) ?Blood glucose levels that rise too high signal the release of glycogen. D) ?Blood glucose levels that rise too high signal the release of epinephrine.
The lining of the small intestine is smooth and flat, allowing for increased transit time of food
material. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Diet therapy for a pregnant type 1 diabetic includes all of the following except:
a. decreased kcalories to aid in blood glucose control. b. regular meals and snacks. c. an evening snack. d. monitoring of insulin therapy.