Weight-loss medications ________.

A. suppress the appetite by influencing various neurotransmitters in the peripheral tissues and increasing energy expenditure in the hypothalamus
B. are presently used only to stimulate weight loss in those individuals designated as clinically obese
C. cease to be effective upon cessation of use of the drugs if lifestyle is not changed
D. although controversial, are not associated with adverse side effects even when long-term use is monitored


Answer: C

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