Question 1

Studies have shown that longevity can be extended in human adults by following a nutritious,calorie-restricted diet.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Matching​
-C-reactive protein

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 3

In men,waist circumferences over _____,and in women,over _____,are related to excess visceral fat.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​35; 30 
B) 40; 35 
C) 45; 40 
D) 40; 45 
E) ​35; 40 
A) ​35; 30 
B) 40; 35 
C) 45; 40 
D) 40; 45 
E) ​35; 40

Question 4

Matching​
-insulin resistance

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 5

Matching​
-​underweight

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

Visceral fat is _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​found primarily in the hips,thighs,and buttocks 
B) metabolically less active than subcutaneous fat 
C) more plentiful in people who are pear-shaped 
D) increased by certain medications 
E) ​more strongly related to disease risk than subcutaneous fat 
A) ​found primarily in the hips,thighs,and buttocks 
B) metabolically less active than subcutaneous fat 
C) more plentiful in people who are pear-shaped 
D) increased by certain medications 
E) ​more strongly related to disease risk than subcutaneous fat

Question 7

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".
-Harold's health care provider has discussed with him the importance of using healthy eating behaviors,such as eating when hungry and stopping when full.This is an approach that is being promoted by the _____ program.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​CDC's Healthy Lifestyles 
B) Health at Every Size 
C) Food and Self-Esteem 
D) Eating Disorders Prevention 
E) ​Long-term Health Improvement 
A) ​CDC's Healthy Lifestyles 
B) Health at Every Size 
C) Food and Self-Esteem 
D) Eating Disorders Prevention 
E) ​Long-term Health Improvement

Question 8

The conversion of glucose to body fat _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​triggers the release of triglycerides 
B) triggers the release of CRP 
C) is an example of a metabolic process 
D) is the first response of the body's immune system to infection 
E) ​can produce liver damage if not corrected 
A) ​triggers the release of triglycerides 
B) triggers the release of CRP 
C) is an example of a metabolic process 
D) is the first response of the body's immune system to infection 
E) ​can produce liver damage if not corrected

Question 9

The size of visceral fat deposits can be closely estimated by measuring _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​blood pressure 
B) blood glucose levels 
C) waist circumference 
D) skinfold thickness 
E) ​triglyceride levels 
A) ​blood pressure 
B) blood glucose levels 
C) waist circumference 
D) skinfold thickness 
E) ​triglyceride levels

Question 10

An important cause of underweight in some poor nations is _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​an eating disorder 
B) cancer 
C) poverty 
D) pneumonia 
E) ​HIV/AIDS 
A) ​an eating disorder 
B) cancer 
C) poverty 
D) pneumonia 
E) ​HIV/AIDS

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

Studies have shown that longevity can be extended in human adults by following a nutritious,calorie-restricted diet.​

Matching​ -C-reactive protein

In men,waist circumferences over _____,and in women,over _____,are related to excess visceral fat.​

Matching​ -insulin resistance

Matching​ -​underweight

Visceral fat is _____.​

The conversion of glucose to body fat _____.​

The size of visceral fat deposits can be closely estimated by measuring _____.​

An important cause of underweight in some poor nations is _____.​

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

Studies have shown that longevity can be extended in human adults by following a nutritious,calorie-restricted diet.

Matching -C-reactive protein

In men,waist circumferences over _,and in women,over _,are related to excess visceral fat.

Matching -insulin resistance

Matching -underweight

Visceral fat is _____.

The conversion of glucose to body fat _____.

The size of visceral fat deposits can be closely estimated by measuring _____.

An important cause of underweight in some poor nations is _____.