Ch. 3: Are We Really What We Eat? Flashcards
1
Q
Hunger
A
A physiological drive for food that occurs when the body senses that we need to eat
2
Q
Appetite
A
A physiological desire to consume specific foods
3
Q
Anorexia
A
A physiological need for food but no appetite
4
Q
The Brain’s Role
A
Tells us when we are hungry
- Hypothalamus sends signals for us to eat
5
Q
The Nerve Cell’s Role
A
Cells lining the stomach and small intestine detect changes in pressure
6
Q
Hormone’s Role
A
Chemical messengers that are secreted into the bloodstream by endocrine glands
7
Q
What is more satiating; protein, fats, or carbs?
A
Protein
- Fats are more satiating than carbohydrates
