Question 1

Which of the following may be involved in influencing the food intake?

Accepted Answer

A)  A thermostat in the hypothalamus may respond to change in body temperature and influence the feeding center. 
B)  Stimulation of the senses may influence our appetite. 
C)  The glucostatic, lipostatic, and aminostatic theories are based on the proposition that certain
Receptors in the body monitor blood levels of various nutrients. 
D)  All of the answers are correct. 
A)  A thermostat in the hypothalamus may respond to change in body temperature and influence the feeding center. 
B)  Stimulation of the senses may influence our appetite. 
C)  The glucostatic, lipostatic, and aminostatic theories are based on the proposition that certain
Receptors in the body monitor blood levels of various nutrients. 
D)  All of the answers are correct.

Question 2

As recommended by several health agencies, the BMI is used as a screening tool to identify possible
weight problems for children as early as 2 years of age.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Anorexia nervosa is best defined as

Accepted Answer

A)  compulsive eating 
B)  death wish 
C)  self-imposed starvation 
D)  the binge-purge syndrome 
E)  hypernervousness 
A)  compulsive eating 
B)  death wish 
C)  self-imposed starvation 
D)  the binge-purge syndrome 
E)  hypernervousness

Question 4

Android-type body figure appears to be more resistant to change than gynoid-type figure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The set-point theory of weight control is based upon a feedback system, suggesting that the individual is programmed to be a certain body weight and that the body will always attempt to maintain that weight by regulating hunger and metabolism. What part of the body is believed to be the regulatory center for the control of the various feedback mechanisms?

Accepted Answer

A)  liver receptors 
B)  stomach receptors 
C)  blood receptors in the kidney 
D)  receptors in the hypothalamus in the brain 
E)  receptors in the small intestine where absorption takes place 
A)  liver receptors 
B)  stomach receptors 
C)  blood receptors in the kidney 
D)  receptors in the hypothalamus in the brain 
E)  receptors in the small intestine where absorption takes place

Question 6

Research evidence clearly indicates that watching TV may be the key factor that contributes to
obesity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

If a skinfold technique for body composition has a standard error of estimate of 2%, you can have about a 70% confidence that for a person who has a predicted body fat of 20%, the actual value is within a range of

Accepted Answer

A)  16-24% 
B)  14-20% 
C)  18-22% 
D)  22-26% 
E)  14-26% 
A)  16-24% 
B)  14-20% 
C)  18-22% 
D)  22-26% 
E)  14-26%

Question 8

Which of the following statements regarding android/gynoid obesity is false?

Accepted Answer

A)  Gynoid obesity is associated with a higher incidence of certain diseases, such as hypertension 
B)  Android obesity is characterized by excess accumulation of fat deposits in the abdominal area 
C)  Android obesity is seen more often in men, while gynoid obesity is more prevalent in women 
D)  Gynoid type fat deposits are more resistant to weight loss compared to android obesity 
E)  Development of both types of obesity is influence by heredity 
A)  Gynoid obesity is associated with a higher incidence of certain diseases, such as hypertension 
B)  Android obesity is characterized by excess accumulation of fat deposits in the abdominal area 
C)  Android obesity is seen more often in men, while gynoid obesity is more prevalent in women 
D)  Gynoid type fat deposits are more resistant to weight loss compared to android obesity 
E)  Development of both types of obesity is influence by heredity

Question 9

Which cells in the body secrete leptin?

Accepted Answer

A)  stomach 
B)  liver 
C)  adipose 
D)  intestines 
E)  pancreas 
A)  stomach 
B)  liver 
C)  adipose 
D)  intestines 
E)  pancreas

Question 10

Very-low-Calorie diets are very successful in long-term maintenance of weight loss.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The vast majority of the energy that is expended by the body on a daily basis is accounted for by the
basal metabolic rate.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

In general, if hypoglycemia, dehydration, and excessive loss of lean muscle mass can be avoided,
physical performance need not deteriorate on weight-loss programs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Weight cycling and its effect on behavior, metabolism, and health is a controversial issue and further
research is needed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Very low-Calorie diets or modified fasts are generally regarded as unsafe and should not be utilized as
a weight-loss program.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The android type of obesity has

Accepted Answer

A)  fat cells that are highly metabolically active, release fatty acids into the blood, and contribute to
Abnormalities in glucose and lipid metabolism. 
B)  been associated with an increased incidence of CHD in women and may increase the risk for breast cancer. 
C)  been associated with a cluster of symptoms, known as syndrome X, which are all risk factors for coronary heart disease. 
D)  All of the answers are correct. 
A)  fat cells that are highly metabolically active, release fatty acids into the blood, and contribute to
Abnormalities in glucose and lipid metabolism. 
B)  been associated with an increased incidence of CHD in women and may increase the risk for breast cancer. 
C)  been associated with a cluster of symptoms, known as syndrome X, which are all risk factors for coronary heart disease. 
D)  All of the answers are correct.

Question 16

When considering android versus gynoid types of obesity, which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  The male type of obesity is characterized by fat accumulation in the gluteal-femoral region 
B) An android: gynoid ratio greater than .90 in women and .80 in men is associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease 
C)  Both types of obesity have a strong genetic component 
D)  Gynoid-type obesity is also known as apple-shaped obesity 
A)  The male type of obesity is characterized by fat accumulation in the gluteal-femoral region 
B) An android: gynoid ratio greater than .90 in women and .80 in men is associated with an increased risk of coronary heart disease 
C)  Both types of obesity have a strong genetic component 
D)  Gynoid-type obesity is also known as apple-shaped obesity

Question 17

Which of the following statements is correctly associated with obesity in children and adolescents?

Accepted Answer

A)  Obese adolescents are at a greater risk in adulthood for all-cause mortality than their nonobese peers 
B) Most of the major adverse health effects of excess body fat during childhood appear to be medical, rather than social and psychological 
C)  Cardiovascular disease is the primary concern for obese children, with social and psychological
Effects of the condition being secondary factors 
D)  Fifty percent of adolescents and children in the U.S. are carrying too much body fat for optimal health 
A)  Obese adolescents are at a greater risk in adulthood for all-cause mortality than their nonobese peers 
B) Most of the major adverse health effects of excess body fat during childhood appear to be medical, rather than social and psychological 
C)  Cardiovascular disease is the primary concern for obese children, with social and psychological
Effects of the condition being secondary factors 
D)  Fifty percent of adolescents and children in the U.S. are carrying too much body fat for optimal health

Question 18

In their position stand on nutrition for the athlete, the ADA, DC, and ACSM indicated that the
prediction accuracy of BIA is similar to skinfold assessment, but BIA may be preferable because it does not require the technical skill associated with skinfold measurements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The main culprit in the diet that leads to obesity is excess consumption of carbohydrates.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which of the following statements regarding the use of drugs or herbal supplements for weight control is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Some drugs function to depress the appetite by affecting various neurotransmitters in the brain 
B)  The FDA recommends that weight-loss drugs should be used only on a short-term basis 
C)  Some drugs function to stimulate thermogenesis, increasing energy expenditure 
D)  Substantial research has shown that over-the-counter herbal weight loss supplements are effective
) for inducing and maintaining long-term weight loss 
E)  Some drugs function to help prevent the absorption of dietary fat by the intestines 
A)  Some drugs function to depress the appetite by affecting various neurotransmitters in the brain 
B)  The FDA recommends that weight-loss drugs should be used only on a short-term basis 
C)  Some drugs function to stimulate thermogenesis, increasing energy expenditure 
D)  Substantial research has shown that over-the-counter herbal weight loss supplements are effective
) for inducing and maintaining long-term weight loss 
E)  Some drugs function to help prevent the absorption of dietary fat by the intestines

Which of the following may be involved in influencing the food intake?

As recommended by several health agencies, the BMI is used as a screening tool to identify possible weight problems for children as early as 2 years of age.

Anorexia nervosa is best defined as

Android-type body figure appears to be more resistant to change than gynoid-type figure.

Research evidence clearly indicates that watching TV may be the key factor that contributes to obesity.

If a skinfold technique for body composition has a standard error of estimate of 2%, you can have about a 70% confidence that for a person who has a predicted body fat of 20%, the actual value is within a range of

Which of the following statements regarding android/gynoid obesity is false?

Which cells in the body secrete leptin?

Very-low-Calorie diets are very successful in long-term maintenance of weight loss.

The vast majority of the energy that is expended by the body on a daily basis is accounted for by the basal metabolic rate.

In general, if hypoglycemia, dehydration, and excessive loss of lean muscle mass can be avoided, physical performance need not deteriorate on weight-loss programs.

Weight cycling and its effect on behavior, metabolism, and health is a controversial issue and further research is needed.

Very low-Calorie diets or modified fasts are generally regarded as unsafe and should not be utilized as a weight-loss program.

The android type of obesity has

When considering android versus gynoid types of obesity, which of the following is true?

Which of the following statements is correctly associated with obesity in children and adolescents?

In their position stand on nutrition for the athlete, the ADA, DC, and ACSM indicated that the prediction accuracy of BIA is similar to skinfold assessment, but BIA may be preferable because it does not require the technical skill associated with skinfold measurements.

The main culprit in the diet that leads to obesity is excess consumption of carbohydrates.

Which of the following statements regarding the use of drugs or herbal supplements for weight control is FALSE?

Introduction to Nutrition for Health, Fitness, and Sports Performance

Healthful Nutrition for Fitness and Sport: the Consumer Athlete

Human Energy

Carbohydrates: the Main Energy Food

Fat: an Important Energy Source During Exercise

Protein: the Tissue Builder

Vitamins: the Organic Regulators

Minerals: the Inorganic Regulators

Water, Electrolytes and Temperature Regulation

Weight Maintenance and Loss Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

Weight Gaining Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

Food Drugs and Related Supplements

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Exam 10: Body Weight and Composition for Health and Sport

Which of the following may be involved in influencing the food intake?

As recommended by several health agencies, the BMI is used as a screening tool to identify possible weight problems for children as early as 2 years of age.

Anorexia nervosa is best defined as

Android-type body figure appears to be more resistant to change than gynoid-type figure.

Research evidence clearly indicates that watching TV may be the key factor that contributes to obesity.

If a skinfold technique for body composition has a standard error of estimate of 2%, you can have about a 70% confidence that for a person who has a predicted body fat of 20%, the actual value is within a range of

Which of the following statements regarding android/gynoid obesity is false?

Which cells in the body secrete leptin?

Very-low-Calorie diets are very successful in long-term maintenance of weight loss.

The vast majority of the energy that is expended by the body on a daily basis is accounted for by the basal metabolic rate.

In general, if hypoglycemia, dehydration, and excessive loss of lean muscle mass can be avoided, physical performance need not deteriorate on weight-loss programs.

Weight cycling and its effect on behavior, metabolism, and health is a controversial issue and further research is needed.

Very low-Calorie diets or modified fasts are generally regarded as unsafe and should not be utilized as a weight-loss program.

The android type of obesity has

When considering android versus gynoid types of obesity, which of the following is true?

Which of the following statements is correctly associated with obesity in children and adolescents?

In their position stand on nutrition for the athlete, the ADA, DC, and ACSM indicated that the prediction accuracy of BIA is similar to skinfold assessment, but BIA may be preferable because it does not require the technical skill associated with skinfold measurements.

The main culprit in the diet that leads to obesity is excess consumption of carbohydrates.

Which of the following statements regarding the use of drugs or herbal supplements for weight control is FALSE?

Introduction to Nutrition for Health, Fitness, and Sports Performance

Healthful Nutrition for Fitness and Sport: the Consumer Athlete

Human Energy

Carbohydrates: the Main Energy Food

Fat: an Important Energy Source During Exercise

Protein: the Tissue Builder

Vitamins: the Organic Regulators

Minerals: the Inorganic Regulators

Water, Electrolytes and Temperature Regulation

Weight Maintenance and Loss Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

Weight Gaining Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

Food Drugs and Related Supplements

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