The set-point theory suggests that when a person is on a restrictive diet, the body responds by initiating physiological changes that

A) increase the thermic effect of food.
B) slow down the basal metabolic rate.
C) increase the basal metabolic rate.
D) increase fidgeting and other spontaneous physical activity.


B

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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a. obtain more information about her usual eating habits b. explain that insulin therapy is related to intake c. do nothing if blood sugar levels are okay d. ask her to complete a detailed food record

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