EBK BIOLOGY
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Author: Maier
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Chapter 4, Problem 2CTS
Summary Introduction
To describe:
The failure of the appetite suppressantfor weight loss.
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The appetitesuppressant are the drugs or the substances used to decrease the amount of the food one eats. This drug work by decreasing the intake of food by promoting satiety.
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