_____ Is a Protective Factor That Helps Minimize the Risk

question 4

Multiple Choice

_____ is a protective factor that helps minimize the risk of cardiovascular disease (CAD) in women who are premenopausal.

• A)Estrogen
• B)Dopamine
• C)Serotonin
• D)Epidermis

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Definitions:

Anterior Pituitary

The front part of the pituitary gland that produces and releases hormones into the bloodstream which regulate various physiological processes.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain below the thalamus, responsible for regulating various bodily functions including temperature, hunger, thirst, and emotional activity.

Hormone Imbalance

A condition in which there is a disruption in the normal balance of hormones in the body, potentially affecting bodily functions and well-being.

Allostasis

The process of achieving stability or homeostasis through physiological or behavioral change.