Match the followings:

A. Glucostatic Theory	I. Body's intake of food initiates metabolism processes
B. Cephalic Phase	II. Regulates long-term energy balance and signals satiety
C. Absorptive Phase	III. Body's need to maintain homeostasis in blood glucose levels
D. Leptin	IV. Preparing the body for food intake through sensory inputs

 

The correct answer is 'A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II'

Key Points

• Glucostatic Theory:
  • Proposes that the body's need to maintain homeostasis in blood glucose levels is a primary driver of hunger and eating behavior.
  • According to this theory, low blood glucose levels trigger the sensation of hunger, prompting food intake to restore glucose levels.
• Cephalic Phase:
  • Refers to the early phase of digestion, preparing the body for food intake through sensory inputs such as sight, smell, taste, and thought of food.
  • This phase involves neural responses that stimulate digestive secretions and hormonal responses even before food is consumed.
• Absorptive Phase:
  • Occurs when the body’s intake of food initiates metabolic processes to absorb and store nutrients from the digestive system.
  • This phase involves the conversion of nutrients into energy and storage forms such as glycogen and fat.
• Leptin:
  • A hormone produced by adipose (fat) tissue that regulates long-term energy balance and signals satiety to the brain.
  • Leptin helps to prevent overeating by inhibiting hunger and promoting energy expenditure when fat stores are sufficient.

Additional Information

• Incorrect Options:
  • Option 2: Incorrectly matches Glucostatic Theory with Cephalic Phase and vice versa, leading to confusion between blood glucose regulation and preparatory sensory inputs.
  • Option 3: Incorrectly matches all pairs, confusing the fundamental phases and roles of glucose regulation, sensory inputs, metabolism, and hormonal signals.
  • Option 4: Incorrectly matches Glucostatic Theory with Absorptive Phase and Leptin with Cephalic Phase, thus misinterpreting the roles of glucose homeostasis and sensory preparation.