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Explain why the consumption of high fructose corn syrup is particularly problematic for people trying to lose weight.

Question 2

The Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) of 1994 requires that manufacturers ____.
 A) secure prior approval to sell their products
  B) demonstrate that the supplements are safe
  C) provide a disclaimer on the label stating that this statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration
  D) provide proof of the dietary supplement's effectiveness



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Answer to Question 1

Fructose can only be metabolized in the liver, which will convert most of the fructose into fat. Additionally, fructose does not stimulate an insulin response, which would normally suppress the appetite. In the absence of this cue, one would not feel that they had been satiated after eating foods that contain high amounts of fructose.

Answer to Question 2

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