Which hormone controls the production of hydrochloric acid and the release of pepsin?
A. pepsinogen
B. insulin
C. cholecystokinin (CCK)
D. gastrin
Answer: D
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a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
A petite Southeastern Asian woman was not planning to breastfeed because she felt her breasts were so small that they would not produce enough milk. What information would be the best for her to know? a. Inadequate food intake by the mother decreases the quantity of milk, not the quality. b. Small breasts would be able to meet infant demands. However, since they store less milk, more feedings
may be required. c. Eating a rice and fruit diet would best support adequate milk production. d. Drinking more water and milk products would make up for the smaller breast tissue. e. If she chooses to breastfeed, she must also use a human milk supplement to ensure her infant receives enough milk.
Phytochemicals found in dark green vegetables and orange and yellow vegetables that can decrease the development of macular degeneration are called:
a. flavonoids. b. phytoestrogens. c. carotenoids. d. allicins.
The length of time that a person can remain active with an elevated heart rate defines the person’s _____________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).