Describe the fate of the fatty acids in the core of chylomicrons following their release into the bloodstream, presuming that the body doesn't need them for energy or to manufacture lipid-containing compounds; in addition, explain why physically active people have less body fat.
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Which of the following statements about the use of hormones or drugs to gain body weight is true?
A. Testosterone is effective in increasing muscle mass, but not strength B. The long-term health effects of anabolic steroid use are well known and documented C. Anabolic/androgenic steroids may increase muscle mass and strength, but have been associated with medical problems, from the relatively minor acne to coronary heart disease D. HGH has been shown to be effective in increasing muscle size and strength
The amount of energy that the body derives from foods is known as the
a. basal metabolism. b. food combustion value. c. bomb calorimetry value. d. physiological fuel value.
As chyme enters the duodenum from the stomach, gastrin stimulates the segmental contractions of the small intestine.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Approximately _____% of healthy full-term infants will become visibly jaundiced with their serum bilirubin levels exceeding 5 to 7 mg/dL
a. 20 b. 30 c. 40 d. 50 e. 60