All of the following chronic diseases are more likely to occur in a person with excessive levels of body fat except:
A) diabetes.
B) osteoporosis.
C) hypertension.
D) some cancers.
B
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
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A. Smooth endoplasmic reticulum B. Golgi body C. Mitochondria D. Nucleus
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A) the lack of oxygen in the air B) the decreased temperature C) the lower barometric pressure, limiting oxygen transport in the blood D) a loss of appetite
Tom has developed chronic kidney disease. He has lost weight and has a poor intake. The most likely cause is:
a. peritoneal dialysis. b. his restrictive diet. c. hyperglycemia. d. anemia