What Are the Three Distinct but Interrelated Factors Associated with the Female

question 4

Multiple Choice

What are the three distinct but interrelated factors associated with the Female Athlete Triad?

• A) Health, fitness, and longevity
• B) Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and anorexia athletica
• C) Appearance, performance, and optimal body weight
• D) Energy availability, menstrual function, and bone mineral density

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Definitions:

Blood Sugar

The concentration of glucose present in the blood, an important energy source for the body's cells.

Stress Hormones

Biochemical substances, like cortisol and adrenaline, that are released into the body in response to stress, affecting health and mood.

Thalamus

A mass of gray matter located in the dorsal part of the diencephalon of the brain, functioning as a principal relay station for sensory information flowing into the cortex.

Amygdala

The amygdala is a region of the brain involved in processing emotions such as fear, anxiety, and aggression, playing a significant role in emotional learning and memory.