Danielle has been skipping meals and eating very little for months. One night she goes out with friends and eats a full, heavy meal. Within hours, she is vomiting and has diarrhea. Danielle's symptoms are likely the result of a(n) _____ adjustment.

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Danielle's symptoms are likely due to an allostatic adjustment, which refers to the body's attempt to restore balance (homeostasis) after experiencing prolonged stress. In this case, Danielle's body had grown accustomed to her reduced calorie intake and was not prepared to handle a large, heavy meal. The sudden influx of food likely caused a stress response in her body, leading to the vomiting and diarrhea.

Danielle Has Been Skipping Meals and Eating Very Little for Months