Deck 10: Nutrition for a Healthy Weight and Fit Body

Question 1

Obese people are more likely to develop _____ than people who are not obese.

A)iron-deficiency anemia
B)colon cancer
C)elevated HDL cholesterol
D)cretinism

Answer 1

B

Question 2

The _____ is a numerical value that's based on the relationship between weight and risk of chronic health problems associated with excess body fat.

A)body mass index
B)waist/hip ratio
C)skinfold thickness
D)basal metabolic rate

Answer 2

A

Question 3

"Cellulite" is

A)a special type of adipose tissue that is stored in thighs and buttocks of women.
B)subcutaneous adipose tissue that gives skin a lumpy appearance.
C)visceral fat that has developed in thighs and buttocks of both men and women.
D)excess subcutaneous fat that can be removed by massage and vitamin therapy.

Answer 3

B

Question 4

_____ fat is located deep within the abdominal region and protects digestive organs.

A)Visceral
B)Cellulite
C)Bariatric
D)Subcutaneous

Question 5

People with BMIs of 25 or more have greater risks of _____ than people with BMIs in the healthy range.

A)osteomalacia
B)anemia
C)fluorosis
D)hypertension

Question 6

In 2009 to 2010,about _____ % of Americans who were 20 years of age and older were obese.

A)16
B)26
C)36
D)46

Question 7

Tyrone's BMI is 27.2.Based on this information,his weight is in the _____ range.

A)underweight
B)healthy
C)overweight
D)extremely obese

Question 8

Ashley's BMI is 16.8.Based on this information,her weight is in the _____ range.

A)underweight
B)healthy
C)overweight
D)obese

Question 9

In the United States,_____ are more likely to be obese than other adults.

A)middle-age men with Asian ancestry
B)white post-menopausal women
C)young Hispanic men
D)non-Hispanic black women

Question 10

_____ is the primary function of adipose cells.

A)Storing glycogen
B)Metabolizing glucose to generate heat
C)Storing fat
D)Metabolizing amino acids to build muscle tissue

Question 11

Obese people are more likely to develop _____ than people who are not obese.

A)iron-deficiency anemia
B)hypertension
C)elevated HDL cholesterol
D)cretinism

Question 12

Tamara is a 19-year-old female college student.Her percentage of body fat is 8%.Which of the following statements about Tamara is true?

A)Tamara is lean and has a healthy percentage of body fat for a young woman.
B)Tamara's body has too much fat.
C)Tamara's percentage of body fat is acceptable,if her body water content is higher than average.
D)Tamara's percentage of body fat is too low.

Question 13

Marcia's BMI is 24.2.Based on this information,her weight is in the _____ range.

A)underweight
B)healthy
C)overweight
D)extremely obese

Question 14

Overweight and obese people have a greater risk of _____ than people who aren't overfat.

A)rickets
B)pernicious anemia
C)type 2 diabetes
D)skin cancer

Question 15

Craig is a 22-year-old man who has a healthy percentage of body fat.Based on this information,about _____ of his body is fat.

A)15%
B)25%
C)35%
D)45%

Question 16

Macey's BMI is 30.2.Based on this information,her weight is in the _____ range.

A)underweight
B)healthy
C)overweight
D)obese

Question 17

_____ fat insulates the body and protects muscles and bones from bumps and bruises.

A)Intracellular
B)Cellulite
C)Visceral
D)Subcutaneous

Question 18

Obese people are more likely to develop _____ than people who are not obese.

A)iron-deficiency anemia
B)sleep apnea
C)elevated HDL cholesterol
D)cretinism

Question 19

Jared is an average,healthy 23-year-old.Based on this information,_____ of his body's total energy use is for basal metabolism.

A)over 75%
B)60 to 75%
C)40 to 59%
D)less than 40%

Question 20

People with central-body obesity are more likely to develop _____ than people who do not have excess fat in the midsection of their bodies.

A)iron-deficiency anemia
B)type 2 diabetes
C)elevated HDL cholesterol
D)beriberi

Question 21

The _____ gland produces the primary hormone that controls the metabolic rate.

A)hypothalamus
B)thyroid
C)adrenal
D)salivary

Question 22

Which of the following statements is true?

A)The average woman has a higher metabolic rate than the average man.
B)As the typical person ages,his or her metabolic rate increases slightly.
C)Fat tissue is more metabolically active than muscle tissue.
D)A person can reduce his or her metabolic rate by eating a very-low-calorie diet.

Question 23

Basal metabolism includes energy needs for

A)breathing.
B)performing physical activity.
C)digesting food.
D)fidgeting while studying.

Question 24

Chester's BMI is 35.3.According to his food records,he consumes an average of 3600 kcal/day.He would like to lose 4 pounds in 4 weeks by reducing his caloric intake.Based on this information,Chester should consume an average of _____ kcal/day.

A)1100
B)2600
C)3100
D)3600

Question 25

Lester's BMI is 32.3.According to his food records,he consumes an average of 3600 kcal/day.He would like to lose 8 pounds in 4 weeks by reducing his caloric intake.Based on this information,Lester should consume an average of _____ kcal/day.

A)1600
B)2600
C)3600
D)4600

Question 26

Liam's BMI is 33.0.According to his food records,he consumes an average of 3000 kcal/day.He would like to lose 4 pounds in 4 weeks by reducing his caloric intake.Based on this information,Liam should consume an average of _____ kcal/day.

A)2500
B)2600
C)2700
D)2800

Question 27

Which of the following statements is true?

A)An average woman has a higher metabolic rate than an average man.
B)Fat cells require more energy to function than muscle cells.
C)As people grow older,their metabolic rates decline.
D)The aging process causes muscle cells to become fat cells.

Question 28

Which of the following formulas is the best way to estimate your total daily energy needs accurately?

A)Add kilocalories needed for basal metabolism to those needed for physical activity.
B)Add kilocalories from foods together and subtract those expended for physical activity and NEAT.
C)Add kilocalories needed for basal metabolism and physical activity; then subtract kilocalories used for the thermic effect of food.
D)Add kilocalories used for basal metabolism,physical activity,thermic effect of food,and NEAT.

Question 29

Which of the following statements is true?

A)Ghrelin is an enzyme that breaks down fat in the stomach.
B)Fat cells produce leptin,a hormone that can reduce hunger.
C)Satiety is the feeling that drives a person to consume food.
D)A positive energy state results in weight loss.

Question 30

Fred's BMI is 32.4,his waist circumference is 44 inches and his hip circumference is 40 inches.Based on this information,his body fat distribution is associated with a high risk of

A)pernicious anemia.
B)elevated HDL cholesterol.
C)cardiovascular disease.
D)ulcerative colitis.

Question 31

Basal metabolism includes energy needs for

A)digesting food.
B)performing physical activity.
C)shivering in cold conditions.
D)circulating blood.

Question 32

Which of the following substances is a major factor that influences a person's metabolic rate?

A)leptin
B)thyroid hormone
C)salivary amylase
D)ghrelin

Question 33

A scientist wants to develop a medication that safely reduces hunger to help obese people lose weight.Based on this information,this researcher will explore ways to stimulate the production,release,or action of

A)ghrelin.
B)leptin.
C)glucagon.
D)insulin.

Question 34

Tim's body is shaped like a pear,because his excess body fat is distributed mostly below his waist.His body fat distribution is associated with

A)increased risk of type 2 diabetes,hypertension,and heart disease.
B)increased risk of osteoporosis,cystic fibrosis,and autoimmune diseases.
C)fewer serious chronic health problems than if the excess fat were in the upper part of his body.
D)More nutrient deficiency diseases than if the excess fat were in the upper part of his body.

Question 35

A scientist wants to develop a medication that safely reduces hunger to help obese people lose weight.Based on this information,this researcher will explore ways to block the production,release,or action of

A)ghrelin.
B)insulin.
C)leptin.
D)thyroid hormone.

Question 36

Compared to other mice,a mouse that has a "thrifty metabolism"

A)gains weight more easily.
B)loses excess food energy in the form of body heat.
C)burns three times more fat.
D)metabolizes more glucose than fatty acids for energy.

Question 37

While in class,Barry can't seem to sit still.He constantly taps his feet on the floor and frequently shifts his position.The energy Barry uses for these involuntary movements is classified as

A)basal metabolism.
B)resting metabolism.
C)NEAT.
D)thermic effect of food.

Question 38

Rebecca's BMI is 26.3.According to her food records,she consumes an average of 2600 kcal/day.She would like to lose 4 pounds in 8 weeks by reducing her caloric intake.Based on this information,Rebecca should consume an average of _____ kcal/day.

A)1300
B)1650
C)2100
D)2350

Question 39

A pound of body fat provides about _____ kcal.

A)1500
B)2500
C)3500
D)4500

Question 40

Obese people are more likely to develop _____ than people who are not obese.

A)iron-deficiency anemia
B)gallbladder disease
C)elevated HDL cholesterol
D)cretinism

Question 41

George is a 5' 8'',29-year-old man who weighs almost 350 pounds.To lose weight,he's tried calorie-restricted diets,fad diets,exercise programs,and appetite-suppressing pills without success.George wants to a permanent solution to treat his obesity.George's physician is likely to recommend ______ as the best way to help George lose a lot of weight and avoid regaining much of it.

A)anterior thyroidectomy
B)sleeve gastrectomy
C)frontal lobotomy
D)visceral lipectomy

Question 42

In their efforts to avoid regaining the weight they have lost,members of the National Weight Control Registry tend to

A)eat breakfast regularly.
B)exercise for at least 30 minutes daily.
C)weigh themselves only once a month.
D)eat a high-protein,low-carbohydrate diet.

Question 43

The weight loss medication orlistat (Alli)

A)reduces the amount of fat absorbed by the digestive tract.
B)increases the metabolic rate by stimulating the release of certain hormones.
C)reduces the rate at which glucose enters cells.
D)increases the amount of energy the body expends by NEAT.

Question 44

Lilly's BMI is 42.3.She is disgusted with herself because she eats excessive amounts of food,even when she's not hungry.However,the idea of purging to eliminate the calories does not appeal to her.Based on this information,Lilly has

A)binge-eating disorder.
B)disordered eating.
C)anorexia nervosa.
D)bulimia nervosa.

Question 45

Lily is a 5'4'',40-year-old woman who weighs almost 200 pounds.To lose weight,she's tried calorie-restricted diets,fad diets,exercise programs,and appetite-suppressing pills without success.She would like a surgical weight loss method that can be easily reversed and does not involve stapling her stomach or cutting her small intestine.Based on this information,her physician is likely to recommend ______ as the best way to help her lose some of her excess weight.

A)Roux-en-Y gastric bypass
B)total gastrectomy
C)gastric banding
D)sleeve gastrectomy

Question 46

According to the "set point theory," a person's

A)metabolic rate remains the same,regardless of environmental or physical factors.
B)body weight is influenced primarily by environmental factors.
C)body fat level is genetically determined.
D)saturated fat intake strongly influences the rate at which he or she loses weight.

Question 47

Conditions associated with the female athlete triad include

A)bone mineral irregularities.
B)metabolic syndrome.
C)tears and bleeding of the esophagus.
D)tooth decay.

Question 48

Which of the following conditions or behaviors is a characteristic sign of a person with anorexia nervosa?

A)consuming excessive doses of dietary supplements daily
B)having a metabolic rate that's 10 to 25% above normal
C)maintaining a body weight that's 15% or more below the normal weight for his or her height
D)overeating in social situations

Question 49

Which of the following statements is true?

A)In the United States,movies,magazines,and other media often portray thinness as the ideal female shape.
B)Disordered eating practices are psychological disturbances that result in serious health problems,and even death.
C)In the United States,young men have a higher risk of developing eating disorders than young women.
D)The treatment of disordered eating practices requires intense therapies designed by a team of experienced health professionals,including registered dietitians.

Question 50

People who have bulimia nervosa typically avoid gaining weight after bingeing on food by

A)taking thyroid hormone supplements to increase their metabolic rate.
B)purging,including self-induced vomiting.
C)abusing alcohol.
D)abusing stimulant drugs,such as cocaine,caffeine,and ephedra.

Question 51

Amy's BMI is 29.3.According to her food records,she consumes an average of 3000 kcal/day.She would like to lose 8 pounds in 4 weeks by increasing her physical activity level and reducing her caloric intake.If she increases her physical activity level so that she expends 500 extra kcal/day,what should her average daily intake be to lose 8 pounds in 4 weeks?

A)1550
B)2000
C)2500
D)2750

Question 52

Wendy is a 17-year-old world class gymnast who suffers from female athlete triad.Based on this information,she has

A)high bone density.
B)type 1 diabetes.
C)abnormal menstrual cycles.
D)metabolic syndrome.

Question 53

Consuela is an overweight young woman who wants to lose 10 pounds in 10 weeks.The most reliable and safe way for her to lose this weight is to

A)decrease her usual energy intake by 500 kcal/day.
B)decrease her physical activity.
C)increase her daily vitamin D intake.
D)increase her protein-rich food intake.

Question 54

_____ limits the amount of food a person can eat at one time.

A)Liposuction
B)Bariatric surgery
C)Stomachectomy
D)Colonoscopy

Question 55

After bingeing on cakes and cookies,Bonnie practices self-induced vomiting to avoid gaining weight.Based on this information,you would expect to notice _____ as a sign of her purging behavior.

A)sores on her knuckles
B)cuts on her forehead
C)bruises on her cheeks
D)All of these are correct.

Question 56

Erin is following a safe and medically sound weight loss program to lose 20 pounds.According to this information,her program

A)includes regular physical activity.
B)limits her energy intake to no more than 800 kcal/day.
C)reduces her metabolic rate by 20%.
D)requires dietary supplements that contain vitamins,minerals,and ephedra.

Question 57

Dennis wants to gain weight,primarily as lean tissue.In addition to performing resistance exercise regularly,he should

A)increase his protein intake to 60% of total energy intake,eat more complex carbohydrates,and take a multivitamin/multimineral supplement.
B)add nutrient-dense,healthy sources of energy to his diet,including fatty fish,whole-grain cereals,nuts,peanut butter,and olive oil.
C)supplement his diet with essential amino acids and limit his total fat intake to no more than 10% of total kilocalories.
D)avoid aerobic activities on the days he doesn't lift weights and eat about 50% of total calories from saturated fat.

Question 58

Risk factors for eating disorders include

A)having a history of drug abuse.
B)being female.
C)experiencing physical abuse as an adult.
D)living in a major city in the United States.

Question 59

Flora's BMI is 29.3.According to her food records,she consumes an average of 3000 kcal/day.She would like to lose 8 pounds in 4 weeks by reducing her caloric intake.Based on this information,Flora should consume an average of _____ kcal/day.

A)1550
B)2000
C)2500
D)2750

Question 60

In their efforts to avoid regaining the weight they have lost,members of the National Weight Control Registry tend to

A)eat high-protein diets.
B)skip meals,especially breakfast.
C)weigh themselves only once a month.
D)exercise for at least 60 minutes daily.

Question 61

Which of the following substances can be metabolized for ATP production?

A)glucose
B)vitamin C
C)iron
D)insulin

Question 62

Most people who suffer from anorexia nervosa

A)die,even after beginning treatment.
B)have positive self-esteem.
C)want to gain weight.
D)have shrunken breasts and buttocks.

Question 63

People who exercise regularly can reduce their risk of

A)osteoporosis.
B)anemia.
C)goiter.
D)cretinism.

Question 64

Which of the following activities is generally classified as aerobic?

A)stretching
B)cycling
C)performing squats
D)line dancing

Question 65

____ can be metabolized for ATP production.

A)Vitamin D
B)Iron
C)Protein
D)Niacin

Question 66

Which of the following statements is true?

A)Aerobic exercise involves rhythmic,sustained contractions of large muscle groups.
B)Walking,bowling and playing golf are forms of vigorous-intensity physical activity.
C)You can't consider household chores as forms of physical activity because of the low-intensity level of the activities.
D)If you can't have a conversation with your friends while exercising,you're working your large muscle groups at a moderate-intensity level.

Question 67

By performing exercise regularly,people can reduce their risk of

A)type 1 diabetes.
B)cardiovascular disease.
C)pernicious anemia.
D)spina bifida.

Question 68

Including exercise in your daily routine can reduce your risk of

A)colon cancer.
B)type 1 diabetes.
C)anemia.
D)ulcerative colitis.

Question 69

Michelle's weekly exercise program includes stair stepping,static stretching,cycling,and push-ups.Which of these activities is generally classified as a flexibility exercise?

A)stair stepping
B)static stretching
C)cycling
D)push-ups

Question 70

Under anaerobic conditions,muscle cells convert pyruvate to

A)alanine.
B)lactic acid.
C)vitamin
D)carbon monoxide.

Question 71

_____ is the primary source of direct energy for cells.

A)Glucose
B)Fat
C)Protein
D)ATP

Question 72

Which of the following activities is generally classified as aerobic?

A)doing household chores
B)stretching
C)stair stepping
D)bowling

Question 73

Which of the following activities is generally classified as aerobic?

A)running
B)static stretching
C)doing yoga
D)bowling

Question 74

Most people who suffer from anorexia nervosa

A)die within 1 year of treatment.
B)have high self-esteem.
C)have more than one menstrual period each month.
D)are emotionally disturbed.

Question 75

Which of the following substances can be metabolized for ATP production?

A)insulin
B)fat
C)iron
D)B vitamins

Question 76

During a dental examination,the dentist notices that the enamel on the back sides of Andrew's teeth has eroded,and the some of the teeth are decaying.Based on this information,the dentist suspects that Andrew

A)has a vitamin D deficiency disorder.
B)frequently makes himself vomit after purging.
C)is not brushing his teeth regularly.
D)eats foods that contain too much dietary fiber.

Question 77

People who exercise regularly can reduce their risk of

A)goiter.
B)anemia.
C)type 1 diabetes.
D)breast cancer.

Question 78

Michelle's weekly exercise program includes stair stepping,static stretching,cycling,and push-ups.Which of these activities is generally classified as a strength (resistance)exercise?

A)stair stepping
B)static stretching
C)cycling
D)push-ups

Question 79

People who exercise regularly can reduce their risk of

A)cretinism.
B)megaloblastic anemia.
C)type 2 diabetes.
D)spina bifida.

Question 80

Which of the following statements is true?

A)Weight lifting and other strength exercises can increase your bone mass.
B)In general,television watching is classified as a moderate-intensity physical activity.
C)A well-planned exercise program includes 30 minutes of strength training at least 5 days/week.
D)Performing household chores on a regular basis can reduce your risk of type 1 diabetes.