NTR-305 Final Exam Review

Which statement accurately describes the current status of food allergy treatments?

• There is no cure for food allergies.
• Allergies can potentially be "cured" through exposure therapy.
• Medications can completely eliminate allergic reactions.
• Food allergies can be prevented through dietary supplements.

What happens to blood glucose levels after consuming a meal high in carbohydrates?

• they remain constant
• they decrease rapidly
• they increase significantly
• the fluctuate randomly

What happens to stool as it moves through the colon?

• It becomes more liquid
• It becomes more solid
• It loses color
• It decreases in volume

What role do eosinophils play in eosinophilic esophagitis?

• They assist in breaking down food particles in the esophagus
• They signal allergic reactions in the esophagus
• They produce stomach acid
• They line the esophageal walls to protect against infections

What term describes the mechanism by which insulin and glucagon regulate blood glucose levels?

• positive feedback loop
• negative feedback loop
• neutral feedbacl loop
• reverse feedback loop

True or False? Food allergies can develop at any stage of life.

• True
• False

It is recommended that individuals suffering with type 2 diabetes....

• purchase special foods
• avoid certain foods entirely
• only consume organic foods
• work to control their portions and plan meals

What is the leading theory proposed to explain the rise in food allergies?

• Increased exposure to parasites
• Excessive cleanliness and hygiene
• Genetic predisposition
• D) Environmental pollution

What is eosinophilic esophagitis (EOE)?

• A bacterial infection in the esophagus
• A chronic food allergy-associated digestive disorder
• A viral infection affecting the esophageal lining
• A condition caused by excess stomach acid production

What is the main function of osteoclasts?

• To reinforce bone strength
• To break down unneeded mineral lattice
• To form blood vessels in bones
• o produce stem cells for bone growth