Deck 24: Evaluating Fitness and Wellness Products: Becoming an Informed Consumer

Question 1

Which of the following statements is LEAST likely to be true regarding information found on the Internet?

A)Internet regulations ensure that claims posted online are accurate.
B)In general,government websites are good sources that contain valid information prepared by experts and based on scientific research.
C)In general,websites sponsored by educational institutions are good sources that contain valid information.
D)National organizations or agencies can provide excellent resources for your benefit.

Answer 1

A

Question 2

All of the following are tips for avoiding being ripped off by a quack EXCEPT

A)sending cash to purchase your item.
B)ordering only from companies that list addresses,not post office box numbers.
C)when in doubt,checking out the company with the Better Business Bureau.
D)reading the ad carefully,especially the small print.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

The FDA has placed a ban on

A)dietary supplements.
B)creatine.
C)aspirin.
D)ephedra.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Which of the following is a goal of HP 2020 with regard to consumerism?

A)improving health literacy in the population
B)increasing consumer access to dietary supplements
C)advancing standardization and training of personal trainers
D)utilizing Wikipedia as a more definitive source of information

Question 5

The use of hand weights while walking

A)significantly increases the energy expended.
B)has been shown to only benefit coronary patients.
C)increases blood pressure.
D)is more risky than using ankle weights.

Question 6

Which of the following is TRUE of quackery?

A)It is coordinated through legitimate medical organizations.
B)It relies on quick access to new research findings.
C)It is based on sound science.
D)None of the above is true.

Question 7

_______ is the most effective and safe way to burn fat.

A)General aerobic exercise
B)Squeezing the fat from a particular spot
C)Using muscle implants
D)Strengthening the muscles near where you want the fat burned

Question 8

Spot-reducing is

A)best accomplished through resistance exercises.
B)not possible.
C)most effective if performed aerobically.
D)similar to liposuction.

Question 9

Electrical stimulators

A)are the most widely used exercise device on the market.
B)can interfere with the normal rhythm of the heart.
C)are effective but not recommended.
D)can increase blood pressure.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT true of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG)?

A)HCG has been marketed as a "homeopathic" product since it is produced naturally.
B)HCG is a hormone produced by the human placenta.
C)HCG has been found to be effective for promoting weight loss in humans.
D)HCG is FDA approved as an injectable prescription drug for the treatment of female infertility.

Question 11

Hot tubs,saunas,and steam baths are MOST likely to be safe and/or effective for

A)melting off fat.
B)temporary muscle pain relief.
C)preventing colds.
D)healing muscle strains.

Question 12

Which of the following characterizes the position of the FDA on the marketing of magnets with medical claims?

A)approved for adults
B)approved for online sale
C)not approved
D)never considered

Question 13

Body wrapping solutions

A)are similar to epsom salts.
B)cause fat to be drawn from tissue.
C)have caused multiple fatalities.
D)cause a permanent reduction in body girth.

Question 14

If you choose to use weights while doing aerobic activity,use _______ to reduce the risk of injury.

A)a tight grip
B)5- to 6-pound weights
C)wrist weights
D)a large range of motion

Question 15

Which of the following is TRUE about vitamin supplementation?

A)Studies now suggest that with vitamins,more is clearly better.
B)Studies have reported negative long-term consequences of long-term use in people who do not have nutritional deficiencies.
C)Studies have not specifically tested the effects of vitamins on health.
D)Studies evaluating risks of vitamin deficiency are flaweD.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT true regarding food supplements?

A)Supplements can have unknown risks that are only detected later.
B)Supplements may include illegal or banned components.
C)Supplements are tested for negative interactions with medicines or other treatments before being released.
D)Supplements often contain drugs with chemical structures similar to banned drugs.

Question 17

Which of the following is LEAST likely to be true of sun tanning?

A)UV-A rays may cause eye damage.
B)UV-A rays age the skin prematurely.
C)Tanning devices can aggravate certain skin conditions.
D)Tanning pills are a safe alternative to sunlamps.

Question 18

Which of the following statements or advertisements is most likely describing a potentially credible or useful program?

A)"Lose 20 lbs in just 10 days!"
B)"It only takes 5 minutes a day to lose weight with this new exercise machine."
C)"This new behavior change program will teach you ways to improve your healthy lifestyles for the long-term."
D)"This new ab machine will get rid of that unwanted fat around the middle."

Question 19

Quacks

A)have nothing to sell.
B)belong to organized medicine.
C)support their claims by testimonials.
D)use controlled scientific experiments.

Question 20

Which is true of sellers of passive exercise devices?

A)They provide fast,easy,and effective weight-loss alternatives to exercise.
B)They help people lose weight.
C)They help people tone their muscles faster.
D)They try to convince people that there is an effortless way to exercise.

Question 21

Which type of exposure is recommended to obtain a safe tan?

A)UV-B tanning booths
B)light sun exposure on cloudy conditions
C)both A and B
D)none of the above

Question 22

Which of the following is a way to identify a "quack?"

A)Their credentials are relevant to the area in which they claim expertise.
B)The ingredients in the product are identified.
C)They identify the experts that support their claims.
D)They do not use the scientific method of controlled experimentation,which can be verified by other scientists.

Question 23

Which of the following mediums contribute to the misinformation about physical activity?

A)books
B)magazines
C)television
D)all the above

Question 24

Products containing which herbal supplement have been blamed for hundreds of deaths?

A)Glucosamine
B)Saw Palmetto
C)Echinachea
D)Ephedra

Question 25

When concerned about questionable food supplements,which questions are important to ask yourself?

A)How much does it cost?
B)What are the long-term effects and are they dangerous?
C)How does it taste?
D)Is it available in pill form?

Question 26

Which type of web address is more likely to contain incorrect information?

A).org
B).edu
C).gov
D).com

Question 27

According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC),approximately what percent of fraud cases are related to weight loss supplements?

A)5%
B)12%
C)25%
D)37%

Question 28

Which of the following is TRUE about liposuction?

A)It can be done with few side effects and little risk.
B)It is classified as a "contouring procedure" rather than as a weight loss treatment.
C)It yields better long-term outcomes than exercise and nutrition strategies.
D)It is particularly useful for treating challenging issues with cellulite.

Question 29

Which of the following supplements are derived from plant sources?

A)Glucosamine
B)Chondroitin
C)Echinacea
D)all of the above

Question 30

Which of the following is an accepted definition of quackery?

A)intentional perversion of truth for gain
B)exaggerated claims on product labels
C)misinterpretation of scientific research
D)overpromotion in the field of health