Question 1

Match between columns
                        Premises: Naltrexone
Saxenda
Phentermine
ghrelin
hunger
appetite
built environment
Phentermine plus topiramate combination
Gastric bypass
lipoprotein lipase
hypothalamus
leptin
food deserts
Belviq
Orlistat
set-point theory

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Question 2

Describe some strategies for successful weight gain.

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Question 3

Your client has struggled with obesity for many years. She gets tested for leptin levels and it is discovered that she has a genetic condition called leptin deficiency. What is likely to happen when she begins daily leptin injections?

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Leptin is a hormone that helps to regulate appetite and metabolism. In cases of leptin deficiency, the body may not receive the signal to stop eating, leading to overeating and weight gain. Daily leptin injections can help to restore this signal and decrease appetite, leading to weight loss.

Question 4

Discuss the pros and cons of gastric bypass and gastric banding surgeries for weight loss.

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Question 5

Discuss the role of environmental stimuli in the development of obesity.

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Question 6

Intestinal bacteria that can influence energy balance are known as:

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Intestinal bacteria that influence energy balance are part of the gut microbiota, which plays a role in digestion and metabolism.

Question 7

Describe why physical activity is very important in a weight-loss program.

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Question 8

Which of the following is a component of the national goals to combat obesity?

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Question 9

What are some identifying characteristics of fad diets and weight-loss scams?

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Question 10

You are researching a new diet plan that everyone is talking about. Which of the following statements would cause you the least concern regarding this new diet?

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A statement highlighting the diet's focus on complex carbohydrates and lean protein suggests a science-based approach to weight loss and a balanced diet. This is likely to be a less concerning statement compared to other options, which may focus more on quick fixes, expensive costs, or extreme dietary restrictions.

Question 11

Describe the roles of the built environment and food deserts in the development of obesity.

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Question 12

Briefly describe the following theories for the cause of obesity: (a) fat cell development. and (b)  set-point theory

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Question 13

You are helping your client develop a healthy eating plan to lose weight. Which of the following would you be least likely to tell her?

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Drinking plenty of calorie-rich fluids such as juice and chocolate milk can hinder weight loss efforts as they are high in sugar and calories. It is better to opt for low-calorie fluids like water or unsweetened tea. The other options (A, B, C, and E) are all good recommendations for developing a healthy eating plan to lose weight.

Question 14

A modest, sustained weight loss (3-5 percent of body weight) can have which of the following effects?

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Question 15

The major drawback of most fad diets is:

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Quiz 7: Weight Management

Match each nutrition term with the appropriate definition.