Question 1

Matching​
-​metabolic syndrome

Accepted Answer

A) BMI 25-29.9 kg/m2 
B) BMI 30 kg/m2 or higher 
C) disease characterized by high blood glucose levels due to the body's inability to utilize insulin properly 
D) BMI <18.5 kg/m2 
E) indicator of the status of a person's weight for his or her height
F)smallest circumference below the last rib of the rib cage and above the navel
G)chemical changes that take place in the body
H)key inflammatory factor produced in the liver in response to infection or inflammation
I)fat located under the skin
J)fat located under the skin and muscle of the abdomen
K)reversible condition characterized by fat infiltration of the liver
L)condition in which cells "resist" the action of insulin in facilitating the passage of glucose into cells
M)predisposes people to the development of type 2 diabetes,heart disease,hypertension,and other disorders
N)triggers the release of biologically active substances that promote oxidation and other potentially harmful reactions in the body
O)BMI 18.5-24.9 kg/m2 
A) BMI 25-29.9 kg/m2 
B) BMI 30 kg/m2 or higher 
C) disease characterized by high blood glucose levels due to the body's inability to utilize insulin properly 
D) BMI <18.5 kg/m2 
E) indicator of the status of a person's weight for his or her height
F)smallest circumference below the last rib of the rib cage and above the navel
G)chemical changes that take place in the body
H)key inflammatory factor produced in the liver in response to infection or inflammation
I)fat located under the skin
J)fat located under the skin and muscle of the abdomen
K)reversible condition characterized by fat infiltration of the liver
L)condition in which cells "resist" the action of insulin in facilitating the passage of glucose into cells
M)predisposes people to the development of type 2 diabetes,heart disease,hypertension,and other disorders
N)triggers the release of biologically active substances that promote oxidation and other potentially harmful reactions in the body
O)BMI 18.5-24.9 kg/m2

Question 2

Being "pear shaped" is riskier than "apple shaped" due to the presence of visceral fat.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Harold is a college sophomore who is trying to get in shape for spring break.He would like to lose the body weight he has gained during his freshman and sophomore years.In high school,he played sports and his family prepared healthy meals,but his freshman and sophomore years have proven to be very different with late nights of school work,hanging out with friends playing poker,and eating lots of take-out food,snacking on pizza,and drinking soda.Harold,who is 5' 10",has gained 18 pounds and now weighs 182 pounds.
Harold has never tried to lose weight before and decides to talk to a personal trainer at the gym to get help.During Harold's consultation,the personal trainer calculates his BMI,determines his ideal body weight,and measures his body fat content using skinfold calipers.The personal trainer tells Harold his body composition is 26% fat.The personal trainer also measures Harold's waist,and his waist circumference is a little over 40".
-What does Harold's waist circumference indicate?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​He has low visceral fat but high subcutaneous fat levels. 
B) He most likely has an "apple" shape and may be at risk for metabolic abnormalities. 
C) He most likely has a "pear" shape and is at risk for metabolic syndrome. 
D) His waist circumference was probably measured incorrectly. 
E) ​He doesn't have to worry about his waist circumference until it reaches 45". 
A) ​He has low visceral fat but high subcutaneous fat levels. 
B) He most likely has an "apple" shape and may be at risk for metabolic abnormalities. 
C) He most likely has a "pear" shape and is at risk for metabolic syndrome. 
D) His waist circumference was probably measured incorrectly. 
E) ​He doesn't have to worry about his waist circumference until it reaches 45".

Question 4

The Health at Every Size program _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​is associated with significant weight loss 
B) stresses calorie restriction 
C) emphasizes engaging in high-intensity physical activity 
D) is associated with reduction in a number of health problems related to obesity 
E) ​is only available in the United States 
A) ​is associated with significant weight loss 
B) stresses calorie restriction 
C) emphasizes engaging in high-intensity physical activity 
D) is associated with reduction in a number of health problems related to obesity 
E) ​is only available in the United States

Question 5

Matching​
-​visceral fat

Accepted Answer

A) BMI 25-29.9 kg/m2 
B) BMI 30 kg/m2 or higher 
C) disease characterized by high blood glucose levels due to the body's inability to utilize insulin properly 
D) BMI <18.5 kg/m2 
E) indicator of the status of a person's weight for his or her height
F)smallest circumference below the last rib of the rib cage and above the navel
G)chemical changes that take place in the body
H)key inflammatory factor produced in the liver in response to infection or inflammation
I)fat located under the skin
J)fat located under the skin and muscle of the abdomen
K)reversible condition characterized by fat infiltration of the liver
L)condition in which cells "resist" the action of insulin in facilitating the passage of glucose into cells
M)predisposes people to the development of type 2 diabetes,heart disease,hypertension,and other disorders
N)triggers the release of biologically active substances that promote oxidation and other potentially harmful reactions in the body
O)BMI 18.5-24.9 kg/m2 
A) BMI 25-29.9 kg/m2 
B) BMI 30 kg/m2 or higher 
C) disease characterized by high blood glucose levels due to the body's inability to utilize insulin properly 
D) BMI <18.5 kg/m2 
E) indicator of the status of a person's weight for his or her height
F)smallest circumference below the last rib of the rib cage and above the navel
G)chemical changes that take place in the body
H)key inflammatory factor produced in the liver in response to infection or inflammation
I)fat located under the skin
J)fat located under the skin and muscle of the abdomen
K)reversible condition characterized by fat infiltration of the liver
L)condition in which cells "resist" the action of insulin in facilitating the passage of glucose into cells
M)predisposes people to the development of type 2 diabetes,heart disease,hypertension,and other disorders
N)triggers the release of biologically active substances that promote oxidation and other potentially harmful reactions in the body
O)BMI 18.5-24.9 kg/m2

Question 6

The incidence of overweight and obesity is _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​higher among females than males 
B) higher among males than females 
C) similar among females and males 
D) similar among children,adolescents,and adults 
E) ​higher among children than adults 
A) ​higher among females than males 
B) higher among males than females 
C) similar among females and males 
D) similar among children,adolescents,and adults 
E) ​higher among children than adults

Question 7

An average percent body fat is considered _____ for men and _____ for women.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​5; 12 
B) 12; 15 
C) 15; 20 
D) 22; 32 
E) ​25; 35 
A) ​5; 12 
B) 12; 15 
C) 15; 20 
D) 22; 32 
E) ​25; 35

Question 8

Japan has instituted a policy that requires all citizens aged 50-74 years to have their waist circumference measured yearly.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which method of assessing body fat content is based on the principle that fat is a poor conductor of electricity and water while muscles are good conductors?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​skinfold measurement 
B) bioelectrical impedance analysis 
C) magnetic resonance imaging 
D) dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry 
E) ​whole-body air displacement 
A) ​skinfold measurement 
B) bioelectrical impedance analysis 
C) magnetic resonance imaging 
D) dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry 
E) ​whole-body air displacement

Question 10

Matching​
-​normal weight

Accepted Answer

A) BMI 25-29.9 kg/m2 
B) BMI 30 kg/m2 or higher 
C) disease characterized by high blood glucose levels due to the body's inability to utilize insulin properly 
D) BMI <18.5 kg/m2 
E) indicator of the status of a person's weight for his or her height
F)smallest circumference below the last rib of the rib cage and above the navel
G)chemical changes that take place in the body
H)key inflammatory factor produced in the liver in response to infection or inflammation
I)fat located under the skin
J)fat located under the skin and muscle of the abdomen
K)reversible condition characterized by fat infiltration of the liver
L)condition in which cells "resist" the action of insulin in facilitating the passage of glucose into cells
M)predisposes people to the development of type 2 diabetes,heart disease,hypertension,and other disorders
N)triggers the release of biologically active substances that promote oxidation and other potentially harmful reactions in the body
O)BMI 18.5-24.9 kg/m2 
A) BMI 25-29.9 kg/m2 
B) BMI 30 kg/m2 or higher 
C) disease characterized by high blood glucose levels due to the body's inability to utilize insulin properly 
D) BMI <18.5 kg/m2 
E) indicator of the status of a person's weight for his or her height
F)smallest circumference below the last rib of the rib cage and above the navel
G)chemical changes that take place in the body
H)key inflammatory factor produced in the liver in response to infection or inflammation
I)fat located under the skin
J)fat located under the skin and muscle of the abdomen
K)reversible condition characterized by fat infiltration of the liver
L)condition in which cells "resist" the action of insulin in facilitating the passage of glucose into cells
M)predisposes people to the development of type 2 diabetes,heart disease,hypertension,and other disorders
N)triggers the release of biologically active substances that promote oxidation and other potentially harmful reactions in the body
O)BMI 18.5-24.9 kg/m2

Question 11

​A health problem associated with obesity includes _____.

Accepted Answer

A) ​hypotension 
B) lack of self-control 
C) high HDL-cholesterol 
D) low LDL-cholesterol 
E) ​sleep disorders 
A) ​hypotension 
B) lack of self-control 
C) high HDL-cholesterol 
D) low LDL-cholesterol 
E) ​sleep disorders

Question 12

From a public health point of view,it is reasoned that if _____ got us into the obesity epidemic,then it will help get us out of it.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​environmental changes 
B) gene therapy 
C) behavior modification 
D) diet therapy 
E) ​medications 
A) ​environmental changes 
B) gene therapy 
C) behavior modification 
D) diet therapy 
E) ​medications

Question 13

Which commonly used method for assessing body fat content uses calipers to measure the thickness of fat folds that lie underneath the skin?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​skinfold measurement 
B) bioelectrical impedance analysis 
C) magnetic resonance imaging 
D) dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry 
E) ​whole-body air displacement 
A) ​skinfold measurement 
B) bioelectrical impedance analysis 
C) magnetic resonance imaging 
D) dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry 
E) ​whole-body air displacement

Question 14

Death rates are highest among adults who are _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​very obese 
B) obese 
C) overweight 
D) normal weight 
E) ​underweight 
A) ​very obese 
B) obese 
C) overweight 
D) normal weight 
E) ​underweight

Question 15

Which factor has been found to promote the development of obesity in genetically susceptible people?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​exposure to PCBs 
B) high added sugar intake 
C) lack of sleep 
D) medications 
E) ​physical inactivity 
A) ​exposure to PCBs 
B) high added sugar intake 
C) lack of sleep 
D) medications 
E) ​physical inactivity

Question 16

Discuss how obesity may affect a person's psychological well-being and how society and ameliorate the harmful effects of obesity.​

Accepted Answer

An important aspect of obesity is the pr

Question 17

Matching​
-​overweight

Accepted Answer

A) BMI 25-29.9 kg/m2 
B) BMI 30 kg/m2 or higher 
C) disease characterized by high blood glucose levels due to the body's inability to utilize insulin properly 
D) BMI <18.5 kg/m2 
E) indicator of the status of a person's weight for his or her height
F)smallest circumference below the last rib of the rib cage and above the navel
G)chemical changes that take place in the body
H)key inflammatory factor produced in the liver in response to infection or inflammation
I)fat located under the skin
J)fat located under the skin and muscle of the abdomen
K)reversible condition characterized by fat infiltration of the liver
L)condition in which cells "resist" the action of insulin in facilitating the passage of glucose into cells
M)predisposes people to the development of type 2 diabetes,heart disease,hypertension,and other disorders
N)triggers the release of biologically active substances that promote oxidation and other potentially harmful reactions in the body
O)BMI 18.5-24.9 kg/m2 
A) BMI 25-29.9 kg/m2 
B) BMI 30 kg/m2 or higher 
C) disease characterized by high blood glucose levels due to the body's inability to utilize insulin properly 
D) BMI <18.5 kg/m2 
E) indicator of the status of a person's weight for his or her height
F)smallest circumference below the last rib of the rib cage and above the navel
G)chemical changes that take place in the body
H)key inflammatory factor produced in the liver in response to infection or inflammation
I)fat located under the skin
J)fat located under the skin and muscle of the abdomen
K)reversible condition characterized by fat infiltration of the liver
L)condition in which cells "resist" the action of insulin in facilitating the passage of glucose into cells
M)predisposes people to the development of type 2 diabetes,heart disease,hypertension,and other disorders
N)triggers the release of biologically active substances that promote oxidation and other potentially harmful reactions in the body
O)BMI 18.5-24.9 kg/m2

Question 18

Harold is a college sophomore who is trying to get in shape for spring break.He would like to lose the body weight he has gained during his freshman and sophomore years.In high school,he played sports and his family prepared healthy meals,but his freshman and sophomore years have proven to be very different with late nights of school work,hanging out with friends playing poker,and eating lots of take-out food,snacking on pizza,and drinking soda.Harold,who is 5' 10",has gained 18 pounds and now weighs 182 pounds.
Harold has never tried to lose weight before and decides to talk to a personal trainer at the gym to get help.During Harold's consultation,the personal trainer calculates his BMI,determines his ideal body weight,and measures his body fat content using skinfold calipers.The personal trainer tells Harold his body composition is 26% fat.The personal trainer also measures Harold's waist,and his waist circumference is a little over 40".
-What is Harold's BMI classification?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​underweight 
B) healthy weight 
C) overweight 
D) obese 
E) ​extremely obese 
A) ​underweight 
B) healthy weight 
C) overweight 
D) obese 
E) ​extremely obese

Question 19

Dietary patterns least likely to promote obesity are based on plant foods and regularly include _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​sweet foods 
B) energy-dense foods 
C) inexpensive foods 
D) fruits and vegetables 
E) ​readily-available foods 
A) ​sweet foods 
B) energy-dense foods 
C) inexpensive foods 
D) fruits and vegetables 
E) ​readily-available foods

Question 20

Obesity rates vary substantially by state.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 9: Obesity to Underweight: The Highs and Lows of Weight Status

Matching​ -​metabolic syndrome

Being "pear shaped" is riskier than "apple shaped" due to the presence of visceral fat.​

The Health at Every Size program _____.​

Matching​ -​visceral fat

The incidence of overweight and obesity is _____.​

An average percent body fat is considered _____ for men and _____ for women.​

Japan has instituted a policy that requires all citizens aged 50-74 years to have their waist circumference measured yearly.​

Which method of assessing body fat content is based on the principle that fat is a poor conductor of electricity and water while muscles are good conductors?​

Matching​ -​normal weight

​A health problem associated with obesity includes _____.

From a public health point of view,it is reasoned that if _____ got us into the obesity epidemic,then it will help get us out of it.​

Which commonly used method for assessing body fat content uses calipers to measure the thickness of fat folds that lie underneath the skin?​

Death rates are highest among adults who are _____.​

Which factor has been found to promote the development of obesity in genetically susceptible people?​

Discuss how obesity may affect a person's psychological well-being and how society and ameliorate the harmful effects of obesity.​

Matching​ -​overweight

Dietary patterns least likely to promote obesity are based on plant foods and regularly include _____.​

Obesity rates vary substantially by state.​

Key Nutrition Concepts and Terms

The Inside Story about Nutrition and Health

Ways of Knowing about Nutrition

Understanding Food and Nutrition Labels

Nutrition, Attitudes, and Behavior

Healthy Diets: the Dietary Guidelines: MyPlate: and More

How the Body Uses Food: Digestion and Absorption

Calories: Food: Energy: and Energy Balance

Weight Control: The Myths and Realities

Disordered Eating:Anorexia Nervosa: Bulimia: and Pica

Useful Facts about Sugars: Starches: and Fiber

Diabetes Now

Alcohol: The Positives and Negatives

Proteins and Amino Acids

Vegetarian Diets

Food Allergies and Intolerances

Fats and Cholesterol in Health

Nutrition and Heart Disease

Vitamins and Your Health

Phytochemicals

Diet and Cancer

Good Things to Know About Minerals

Dietary Supplements and Functional Foods

Water Is an Essential Nutrient

Nutrition:Gene Interactions in Health and Disease

Nutrition and Physical Fitness for Everyone

Nutrition and Physical Performance

Good Nutrition for Life: Pregnancy: Breastfeeding: and Intimacy

Nutriton for Growing Years: Childhood and Adolescence

Nutrition and Health Maintenance for Adults of All Ages

The Multiple Dimensions of Food Safety

Aspects of Global Nutrition

Filters

Matching -metabolic syndrome

Being "pear shaped" is riskier than "apple shaped" due to the presence of visceral fat.

The Health at Every Size program _____.

Matching -visceral fat

The incidence of overweight and obesity is _____.

An average percent body fat is considered _ for men and _ for women.

Japan has instituted a policy that requires all citizens aged 50-74 years to have their waist circumference measured yearly.

Which method of assessing body fat content is based on the principle that fat is a poor conductor of electricity and water while muscles are good conductors?

Matching -normal weight

A health problem associated with obesity includes _____.

From a public health point of view,it is reasoned that if _____ got us into the obesity epidemic,then it will help get us out of it.

Which commonly used method for assessing body fat content uses calipers to measure the thickness of fat folds that lie underneath the skin?

Death rates are highest among adults who are _____.

Which factor has been found to promote the development of obesity in genetically susceptible people?

Discuss how obesity may affect a person's psychological well-being and how society and ameliorate the harmful effects of obesity.

Matching -overweight

Dietary patterns least likely to promote obesity are based on plant foods and regularly include _____.

Obesity rates vary substantially by state.