Match the items with the appropriate description.
-bulimia nervosa
A)satiety
B)eating disorder
C)subcutaneous
D)"apple" shape
E)anorexia
F)waist-to-hip ratio (WHR)
G)binge eating
H)severe obesity
I)body mass index (BMI)
J)hunger

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Bulimia nervosa is an eating disorder characterized by binge-eating followed by purging behavior.

Answer: E
 Anorexia is an eating disorder characterized by a fear of gaining weight, a distorted body image, and a restriction of food intake.

Answer: G
 Binge eating is a behavior characterized by consuming large amounts of food in a short period of time, often in a secretive manner.

Answer: H
 Severe obesity refers to a body mass index (BMI) of 40 or higher, indicating a high level of excess body fat.

Answer: I
 Body mass index (BMI) is a measurement of body fat based on height and weight, often used to assess an individual's weight status.

Answer: F
 Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) is a measurement of body fat distribution, often used to assess an individual's risk for obesity-related health problems.

Answer: J
 Hunger is the physiological drive to seek food, often triggered by low blood sugar levels or an empty stomach.

Answer: A
 Satiety is the feeling of fullness and satisfaction that follows a meal, often influenced by the type and amount of food consumed.

Answer: D
 "Apple" shape refers to a body shape characterized by excess abdominal fat, often associated with a higher risk for obesity-related health problems.

Answer: C
 Subcutaneous refers to the layer of fat located just under the skin, often influenced by genetics and overall body fat percentage.

Match the Items with the Appropriate Description