What is the likely cause of the amenorrhea in those diagnosed with the Female Athlete Triad?
A) Extremely low body fat stores
B) Low energy availability
C) Increase in stress hormones due to exercise
D) Contraceptive techniques that result in absent menstruation

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The Female Athlete Triad includes low energy availability (with or without an eating disorder), menstrual dysfunction (amenorrhea), and decreased bone mineral density. Low energy availability, often due to inadequate caloric intake relative to exercise expenditure, is a primary factor leading to amenorrhea in this condition.

What Is the Likely Cause of the Amenorrhea in Those