How Does a High Level of Blood Insulin Lead to an Increase

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Multiple Choice

How does a high level of blood insulin lead to an increase in appetite?

• A) It causes glucose to be stored as fat instead of remaining available for use as energy.
• B) It slows digestive processes and therefore decreases the frequency of meals.
• C) It directly alters the taste buds to increase their response to sweet tastes.
• D) It increases the rate at which the body burns energy supplies and therefore increases the nutritional needs.

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A metal element with the symbol Fe, known for its magnetic properties and widely used in construction, manufacturing, and biochemistry.

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subatomic particles with a negative electric charge, found in all atoms, and acting as the primary carrier of electricity in solids.

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