Recent Evidence Indicates That the CNS,particularly the __________,Directly Senses Blood-Borne

question 39

Short Answer

Recent evidence indicates that the CNS,particularly the __________,directly senses blood-borne nutrients and hormones associated with nutrient management and uses this information to influence the three main regulators of __________ homeostasis.

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Definitions:

Cell

The basic structural, functional, and biological unit of all living organisms, acting as the building blocks of life.

Myelin Sheath

The white, fatty coating wrapped around some axons that acts as insulation and enables impulses to travel much faster.

Deterioration

refers to the process of becoming progressively worse, as in the condition of an object, structure, or health.

Multiple Sclerosis

A chronic autoimmune disorder affecting the central nervous system, characterized by damage to the myelin sheath on neurons, leading to varied and unpredictable symptoms, including physical and cognitive difficulties.