One of the Reasons That Diets Often Do Not Work

question 138

Multiple Choice

One of the reasons that diets often do not work is that dieting ____.

• A) increases the body's level of leptin, which tends to increase hunger
• B) causes CCK to be secreted earlier and the hypothalamus to become overworked
• C) shuts down the endocrine system, making it easier to gain weight from less food
• D) leads to hunger and decreases the rate at which our bodies burn energy

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Definitions:

Bone Remodeling

The continuous process where old bone is replaced by new bone tissue, maintaining the integrity and strength of the skeleton.

Adjust to Stress

The process by which organisms attempt to maintain homeostasis and respond to physical or psychological challenges through behavioral or physiological changes.

Fractures Heal

The natural process of bone repair after a break or crack, typically involving the formation of a blood clot followed by the growth of new bone tissue.

Osteoclast Activity

The process involving osteoclast cells breaking down bone tissue, releasing calcium and phosphate into the blood.