Matching

Question

A.
B.
C.
D. androstenedione
E.
F. growth hormone
G. DHEA
H. creatine
I. anabolic-androgenic steroids
J.
K.
L.
M.

Answer 1

A. a disorder characterized by repeated bouts of uncontrolled, rapid ingestion of large quantities of food (binge eating) followed by self-induced vomiting, laxatives or diuretic use, fasting, or vigorous exercise in order to prevent weight gain
B. an eating disorder characterized by extreme weight loss, poor body image, and irrational fears of weight gain and obesity
C. a condition in which an individual engages in eating large amounts of food and feels that these eating episodes are not within one's control
D. precursors of testosterone and estrogen
E. diagnosed if the average of three systolic and/or diastolic blood pressure readings exceeds the 95th percentile, based on age, sex, and height
F. has been shown to decrease subcutaneous body fat and may strengthen ligaments and tendons, resulting in fewer injuries
G. naturally produced in the human body by the adrenal glands
H. formed in the liver and kidney of the human body
I. controlled substances used to increase lean body mass and improve strength
J. used to treat severely obese adolescents who were not successful with behavior modification and lifestyle changes
K. a condition in which the cholesterol level is elevated
L. have been found to be associated with inadequate intakes of essential nutrients, particularly when an entire food group or category is avoided
M. have serious implications for health and may be precursors to a diagnosed eating disorder