Question 1

Orlistat (Xenical) is a medication approved by the FDA for weight loss that reduces fat

Accepted Answer

A)  storage by inhibiting lipase activity in fat cells. 
B)  digestion by inhibiting lipase enzyme action in the small intestine. 
C)  absorption by decreasing bile secretion. 
D)  circulation by inhibiting lipoprotein production. 
A)  storage by inhibiting lipase activity in fat cells. 
B)  digestion by inhibiting lipase enzyme action in the small intestine. 
C)  absorption by decreasing bile secretion. 
D)  circulation by inhibiting lipoprotein production.

Question 2

The energy expended to digest, absorb, and further process nutrients in food is called the _______________ of food. This equals approximately 5% to 10% of energy intake.

Accepted Answer

A)  transformation 
B)  thermic effect 
C)  metabolism 
D)  breakdown 
A)  transformation 
B)  thermic effect 
C)  metabolism 
D)  breakdown

Question 3

Margaret's parents are both obese. She has dieted six times, each time losing a considerable amount of weight and subsequently regaining it. Margaret has an aversion to exercise. Which of the following is true about Margaret's situation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Her frequent weight loss attempts have most likely led to greater amounts of lean body mass. 
B)  Her problem is genetic and there is no reason for her to attempt to lose weight. 
C)  When she ends the diet she regains additional body fat. 
D)  Her problem results from poor habits, with studies showing genetics as an insignificant contributor. 
A)  Her frequent weight loss attempts have most likely led to greater amounts of lean body mass. 
B)  Her problem is genetic and there is no reason for her to attempt to lose weight. 
C)  When she ends the diet she regains additional body fat. 
D)  Her problem results from poor habits, with studies showing genetics as an insignificant contributor.

Question 4

A new weight-loss drugs, lorcaserin hydrochloride (trade name Belviq) is ____________________________________________ that reduces food intake by regulating appetite.

Accepted Answer

A)  a functional fiber 
B)  a lipase inhibitor 
C)  an amphetamine 
D)  a selective serotonin receptor agonist 
A)  a functional fiber 
B)  a lipase inhibitor 
C)  an amphetamine 
D)  a selective serotonin receptor agonist

Question 5

A very-low-calorie diet (VLCD), also known as protein-sparing modified fast (PSMF), allows a person ______________ kcal per day, often in liquid form.

Accepted Answer

A)  200 to 400 
B)  400 to 800 
C)  800 to 1000 
D)  1200 to 1400 
A)  200 to 400 
B)  400 to 800 
C)  800 to 1000 
D)  1200 to 1400

Question 6

Bill consumes 2,500 kilocalories per day. What would be his energy expenditure, in kilocalories, from the thermic effect of food?

Accepted Answer

A)  125 to 250 
B)  250 to 375 
C)  300 to 550 
D)  425 to 600 
A)  125 to 250 
B)  250 to 375 
C)  300 to 550 
D)  425 to 600

Orlistat (Xenical) is a medication approved by the FDA for weight loss that reduces fat

The energy expended to digest, absorb, and further process nutrients in food is called the _______________ of food. This equals approximately 5% to 10% of energy intake.

Margaret's parents are both obese. She has dieted six times, each time losing a considerable amount of weight and subsequently regaining it. Margaret has an aversion to exercise. Which of the following is true about Margaret's situation?

A new weight-loss drugs, lorcaserin hydrochloride (trade name Belviq) is ____________________________________________ that reduces food intake by regulating appetite.

A very-low-calorie diet (VLCD), also known as protein-sparing modified fast (PSMF), allows a person ______________ kcal per day, often in liquid form.

Bill consumes 2,500 kilocalories per day. What would be his energy expenditure, in kilocalories, from the thermic effect of food?

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Exam 7: Energy Balance and Weight Control

Orlistat (Xenical) is a medication approved by the FDA for weight loss that reduces fat

The energy expended to digest, absorb, and further process nutrients in food is called the _______________ of food. This equals approximately 5% to 10% of energy intake.

Margaret's parents are both obese. She has dieted six times, each time losing a considerable amount of weight and subsequently regaining it. Margaret has an aversion to exercise. Which of the following is true about Margaret's situation?

A new weight-loss drugs, lorcaserin hydrochloride (trade name Belviq) is ____________________________________________ that reduces food intake by regulating appetite.

A very-low-calorie diet (VLCD), also known as protein-sparing modified fast (PSMF), allows a person ______________ kcal per day, often in liquid form.

Bill consumes 2,500 kilocalories per day. What would be his energy expenditure, in kilocalories, from the thermic effect of food?

Nutrition, Food Choices, and Health

Guidelines for Designing a Healthy Diet

The Human Body: a Nutrition Perspective

Carbohydrates

Lipids

Proteins

Vitamins

Water and Minerals

Nutrition: Fitness and Sports

Eating Disorders

Undernutrition Throughout the World

Safety of Our Food Supply

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Nutrition From Infancy Through Adolescence

Nutrition During Adulthood

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