What does the release of the "stress hormones" cortisol, epinephrine, and norepinephrine lead to in the long term?
a) increased digestive system activity
b) reduced effectiveness of the immune system
c) decreased levels of calcium, which leads to loss of bone mass
d) increased hormone levels to the point where the body can no longer dispose of them
B
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