Question

a major side effect that stress can cause on the gastrointestinal system is ______. a. diminished levels of gastrin, leading to constipation b. elevated levels of gastrin, causing stomach ulcers c. elevated levels of cortisol, causing overeating d. diminished levels of cortisol, causing stomach ulcers

Explanation:

(options A/B) are not the primary major GI stress side effect, and stress raises (not diminishes) cortisol, ruling out D.

Answer:

(options A/B) are not the primary major GI stress side effect, and stress raises (not diminishes) cortisol, ruling out D.