Which of the following is a feedforward phenomenon?
A)Increasing the amount of insulin secreted before nutrients in food enter the blood.
B)Shivering in response to having cold air around the body.
C)Sweating after being in a sauna for 10 minutes.
D)Eating a doughnut because you are hungry.
E)Jerking your hand away from a hot stove after you touch it.

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Feedforward refers to a process where the body anticipates a change and prepares for it before it happens. In this case, the body anticipates that nutrients will enter the bloodstream after eating and increases insulin secretion, which helps regulate blood glucose levels.

Which of the Following Is a Feedforward Phenomenon