The weight-loss drug ____________________ inhibits pancreatic lipase activity in the GI tract, thus blocking digestion and absorption of dietary fat and limiting energy intake

Fill in the blank with correct word


Orlistat, trade names: Alli, Xenical

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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While in college, Ray gained several pounds of body fat. He wants to use the recommendations of theĀ 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for AmericansĀ to achieve a healthy body weight. According to these guidelines, he should

A. reduce the time he spends being physically inactive. B. increase his iron intake while decreasing his vitamin D intake. C. include 15 minutes of stretching, before and after his workouts. D. eat grapefruit and other foods that increase the metabolic rate.

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In addition to being a nutrient, vitamin D is also considered a(n)

A. enzyme. B. cholesterol. C. provitamin. D. hormone.

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What are the common symptoms of essential hypertension?

What will be an ideal response?

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