Diets

Question 7 • PMHS Health Q2

Mark wants to lose some weight fast, so he decides to take some diuretics. Select the statement that BEST represents the result of this decision.

Answer

These pills will suppress Mark's appetite, causing him to eat less and lose weight.

This diet will help Mark lose weight, but he needs to be careful that his cholesterol does not go up.

This diet strategy works well over a long period of time, but eventually, it will cause problems from poor nutrition.

These pills will cause him to lose water weight and could cause dehydration or potassium deficiency.

Explanation

Diuretics increase the amount of water the body removes in urine, so any quick drop in weight is mainly water weight, not body fat. Losing too much fluid can cause dehydration, and diuretics can also lower potassium levels. Therefore, the best choice is “These pills will cause him to lose water weight and could cause dehydration or potassium deficiency.”

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