Question 1

A person with a BMI of _____ or greater is considered morbidly obese,where excess body fat can interfere with day-to-day movement and even breathing.&#10;A) 30&#10;B) 40&#10;C) 50&#10;D) 25

Accepted Answer

A BMI of 40 or greater is considered morbidly obese, indicating a high level of excess body fat that can significantly impair physical health and daily life. At this level, individuals may have difficulty with mobility, experience joint pain, and have an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, and other chronic health conditions. It is important for individuals who are morbidly obese to seek medical attention and support to manage their health and improve their quality of life.

Question 2

The best predictor of heart disease is the:&#10;A) amount of LDL cholesterol in the body.&#10;B) total level of serum cholesterol.&#10;C) amount of HDL cholesterol in the body.&#10;D) ratio of HDL to LDL cholesterol.

Accepted Answer

amount of LDL cholesterol in the body.

Question 3

Those most vulnerable to eating disorders are those who ___________ value thinness and have the ____________ body image satisfaction.&#10;A) least;lowest&#10;B) most;greatest&#10;C) least;greatest&#10;D) most;lowest

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that individuals who highly value thinness and have low body image satisfaction are at a greater risk for developing eating disorders. Therefore, the most appropriate option is D, which indicates that those who highly value thinness and have low body image satisfaction are most vulnerable to eating disorders.

Question 4

In experiments,researchers found that if animals had defective _________ genes,they tend to _________.&#10;A) leptin;eat less&#10;B) leptin;overeat&#10;C) ghrelin;eat less&#10;D) ghrelin;overeat

Accepted Answer

Leptin is a hormone that helps regulate energy balance by inhibiting hunger. Defective leptin genes can lead to overeating because the body does not receive the signal to stop eating.

Question 5

The body weight &#34;thermostat&#34; that adjusts our metabolism and eating to maintain our weight within a genetically predetermined range is known as the:&#10;A) basal metabolic rate (BMR).&#10;B) body mass index (BMI).&#10;C) set-point hypothesis.&#10;D) homeostatic monitor.

Accepted Answer

The set-point hypothesis proposes that there is a regulatory mechanism in the body that works to maintain a particular weight range, known as the set-point. This set-point is believed to be determined by genetic factors and regulates factors such as metabolism and eating behavior. The other options, such as BMR and BMI, do not refer specifically to this regulatory mechanism.

Question 6

Bulimia does NOT generally put sufferers at risk for:&#10;A) laxative dependence.&#10;B) death.&#10;C) damaged teeth.&#10;D) anemia.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Bulimia does NOT generally put sufferers at...

Question 7

The __________ index ranks __________ on how quickly the body converts them to glucose.&#10;A) glycemic;carbohydrates&#10;B) trans fat;saturated fat&#10;C) glycemic;proteins&#10;D) trans fat;carbohydrates

Accepted Answer

The glycemic index ranks carbohydrates on how quickly the body converts them to glucose. Trans fat and saturated fat do not relate to glycemic index, and proteins do not significantly affect blood glucose levels.

Question 8

According to Christopher Fairburn,the long-term success rate of eating disorders interventions is a function of:&#10;A) age of onset of the eating disorder.&#10;B) self-efficacy regarding maintaining a healthy weight.&#10;C) self-esteem and body image.&#10;D) family history of eating disorder risk factors.

Accepted Answer

The answer of According to Christopher Fairburn,the long-term success rate...

Question 9

Which hormone is a short-term appetite stimulant that is produced in the stomach?&#10;A) leptin&#10;B) cholecystokinin (CCK)&#10;C) pepsin&#10;D) ghrelin

Accepted Answer

Ghrelin is a hormone produced in the stomach that stimulates appetite in the short-term. Leptin is a long-term appetite regulator produced by adipose tissue, CCK is a hormone released in response to food in the small intestine that decreases appetite, and pepsin is an enzyme involved in protein digestion in the stomach.

Question 10

One of the main reasons diets fail is:&#10;A) underestimating exercise level.&#10;B) taking diet pills.&#10;C) underestimating calorie consumption.&#10;D) eating too much fat.

Accepted Answer

Underestimating calorie consumption is one of the main reasons diets fail because people tend to underestimate how much they eat, and therefore don't create a sufficient calorie deficit to lose weight. This can happen even if they are making healthier food choices, as portion size and snacking habits can still offset the calorie reduction.

Question 11

The neurotransmitter that may stimulate appetite and reduce metabolism is:&#10;A) serotonin.&#10;B) norepinephrine.&#10;C) dopamine.&#10;D) neuropeptide Y.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The neurotransmitter that may stimulate appetite and...

Question 12

Our bodies require forty-six __________ to remain healthy.&#10;A) proteins&#10;B) fats&#10;C) vitamins&#10;D) nutrients

Accepted Answer

The answer of Our bodies require forty-six __________ to remain...

Question 13

Saturated fat has been linked to which cancers?&#10;A) liver,breast,prostate&#10;B) prostate,colorectal,bone&#10;C) breast,prostate,colorectal&#10;D) bone,breast,brain

Accepted Answer

The answer of Saturated fat has been linked to which...

Question 14

More people are treated for _____________ in the United States than for all other health problems combined.&#10;A) cancer&#10;B) heart disease&#10;C) hypertension&#10;D) obesity

Accepted Answer

The answer of More people are treated for _____________ in...

Question 15

The most widely used method of treating bulimia nervosa and binge-eating disorder is:&#10;A) psychodynamic therapy.&#10;B) behavior therapy.&#10;C) cognitive behavior therapy.&#10;D) medical treatment.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The most widely used method of treating...

Deck 8: A: Nutrition, Obesity, and Eating Disorders