Question 1

Ephedra and Meridia are the only two safe and effective weight-loss drugs currently on the market.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

​Why was ephedra discontinued?

Accepted Answer

A) ​cyst formation 
B) excessive risk of stroke and heart attack 
C) highly addictive 
D) ineffective​ 
E) ​digestive side effects 
A) ​cyst formation 
B) excessive risk of stroke and heart attack 
C) highly addictive 
D) ineffective​ 
E) ​digestive side effects

Question 3

People who regain lost weight often _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​exercise regularly 
B) eat breakfast 
C) cope with problems by eating 
D) choose low-fat foods 
E) ​track their dietary intake 
A) ​exercise regularly 
B) eat breakfast 
C) cope with problems by eating 
D) choose low-fat foods 
E) ​track their dietary intake

Question 4

Monica has been trying to lose weight for about a year.Throughout the past year she has educated herself on the guidelines of good nutrition and exercise.Despite knowing that she needs to change her lifestyle,she is frustrated with her inability to lose weight and wants to "jumpstart" her weight loss.She is trying to lose 5 to 10 pounds as soon as possible because she feels that gradual changes are disappointing and she is unable to commit to gradual change.As a result,she ends up overeating and does not exercise.For her most recent diet she decides to try a popular very low-calorie quick weight-loss approach and adhere to the following program:day 1:fruits only,day 2:vegetables only,day 3:fruits and vegetables only,day 4:6 bananas and milk,days 5 and 6:tomatoes only,day 7:eat whatever you want.In addition to the diet Monica exercises once per day for a short period of time if she has time.
-What will most likely happen to Monica if she is able to follow the above diet?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​She will maintain her current weight long-term. 
B) She will not lose any weight. 
C) She will be able to sustain the diet long-term but not lose any weight initially. 
D) She will maintain her current weight but be unable to sustain the diet long-term. 
E) ​She will briefly lose weight but be unable to sustain the diet long-term. 
A) ​She will maintain her current weight long-term. 
B) She will not lose any weight. 
C) She will be able to sustain the diet long-term but not lose any weight initially. 
D) She will maintain her current weight but be unable to sustain the diet long-term. 
E) ​She will briefly lose weight but be unable to sustain the diet long-term.

Question 5

Weight-loss products sold over the Internet _____.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​are generally just herbal supplements that are harmless 
B) are approved by the FDA as safe 
C) are approved by the FDA for weight loss 
D) require a prescription 
E) ​are particularly untrustworthy 
A) ​are generally just herbal supplements that are harmless 
B) are approved by the FDA as safe 
C) are approved by the FDA for weight loss 
D) require a prescription 
E) ​are particularly untrustworthy

Question 6

A person's calorie needs increase over time as weight is lost.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which factor often causes rapid weight-loss diets to fail and weight to be regained?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​feelings of hunger and deprivation 
B) lack of monitoring by professional health care professionals 
C) sugar withdrawal 
D) negative side effects such as headaches 
E) ​caffeine withdrawal 
A) ​feelings of hunger and deprivation 
B) lack of monitoring by professional health care professionals 
C) sugar withdrawal 
D) negative side effects such as headaches 
E) ​caffeine withdrawal

Question 8

Monica has been trying to lose weight for about a year.Throughout the past year she has educated herself on the guidelines of good nutrition and exercise.Despite knowing that she needs to change her lifestyle,she is frustrated with her inability to lose weight and wants to "jumpstart" her weight loss.She is trying to lose 5 to 10 pounds as soon as possible because she feels that gradual changes are disappointing and she is unable to commit to gradual change.As a result,she ends up overeating and does not exercise.For her most recent diet she decides to try a popular very low-calorie quick weight-loss approach and adhere to the following program:day 1:fruits only,day 2:vegetables only,day 3:fruits and vegetables only,day 4:6 bananas and milk,days 5 and 6:tomatoes only,day 7:eat whatever you want.In addition to the diet Monica exercises once per day for a short period of time if she has time.
-Which strategy would most likely help Monica lose weight and maintain the weight loss?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​Have a friend or family member weigh her each week to help her stay on track and provide support. 
B) Talk to her doctor about diet pills. 
C) Study new trends and fads in rapid weight loss. 
D) Make sustainable lifestyle changes for reducing calorie intake and increasing physical activity. 
E) ​Talk to an alternative health professional regarding natural weight loss solutions. 
A) ​Have a friend or family member weigh her each week to help her stay on track and provide support. 
B) Talk to her doctor about diet pills. 
C) Study new trends and fads in rapid weight loss. 
D) Make sustainable lifestyle changes for reducing calorie intake and increasing physical activity. 
E) ​Talk to an alternative health professional regarding natural weight loss solutions.

Question 9

Monica has been trying to lose weight for about a year.Throughout the past year she has educated herself on the guidelines of good nutrition and exercise.Despite knowing that she needs to change her lifestyle,she is frustrated with her inability to lose weight and wants to "jumpstart" her weight loss.She is trying to lose 5 to 10 pounds as soon as possible because she feels that gradual changes are disappointing and she is unable to commit to gradual change.As a result,she ends up overeating and does not exercise.For her most recent diet she decides to try a popular very low-calorie quick weight-loss approach and adhere to the following program:day 1:fruits only,day 2:vegetables only,day 3:fruits and vegetables only,day 4:6 bananas and milk,days 5 and 6:tomatoes only,day 7:eat whatever you want.In addition to the diet Monica exercises once per day for a short period of time if she has time.
-Which feature of Monica's diet plan will likely prevent her from being able to sustain her diet?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​The diet is not a commercially marketed weight-loss program. 
B) The diet does not include enough protein and has too many carbohydrates. 
C) The diet is overly restrictive and would likely be too unpleasant to be sustained. 
D) The diet is too low in fat. 
E) ​The diet is sustainable if Monica's motivation and commitment level are high. 
A) ​The diet is not a commercially marketed weight-loss program. 
B) The diet does not include enough protein and has too many carbohydrates. 
C) The diet is overly restrictive and would likely be too unpleasant to be sustained. 
D) The diet is too low in fat. 
E) ​The diet is sustainable if Monica's motivation and commitment level are high.

Question 10

A regular program of _____ increases lean body mass and reduces fat mass without weight loss.​

Accepted Answer

A) ​walking 
B) strength building 
C) swimming 
D) jogging 
E) ​tennis 
A) ​walking 
B) strength building 
C) swimming 
D) jogging 
E) ​tennis

Question 11

Describe how to identify and make small,acceptable changes and give an example.​

Accepted Answer

To identify changes in eating and activi

Question 12

Which small change in healthy eating for weigh loss is easy to accomplish and will most likely be acceptable?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​Dish up a smaller than usual portion of dessert. 
B) Eliminate dairy products. 
C) Eat larger portions of meat than vegetables. 
D) Switch from soft drinks to juice. 
E) ​Eat only when hungry. 
A) ​Dish up a smaller than usual portion of dessert. 
B) Eliminate dairy products. 
C) Eat larger portions of meat than vegetables. 
D) Switch from soft drinks to juice. 
E) ​Eat only when hungry.

Question 13

Discuss the differences between gastric bypass surgery and lap-band surgery.​

Accepted Answer

​Gastric bypass surgery is the most effe

Question 14

Monica has been trying to lose weight for about a year.Throughout the past year she has educated herself on the guidelines of good nutrition and exercise.Despite knowing that she needs to change her lifestyle,she is frustrated with her inability to lose weight and wants to "jumpstart" her weight loss.She is trying to lose 5 to 10 pounds as soon as possible because she feels that gradual changes are disappointing and she is unable to commit to gradual change.As a result,she ends up overeating and does not exercise.For her most recent diet she decides to try a popular very low-calorie quick weight-loss approach and adhere to the following program:day 1:fruits only,day 2:vegetables only,day 3:fruits and vegetables only,day 4:6 bananas and milk,days 5 and 6:tomatoes only,day 7:eat whatever you want.In addition to the diet Monica exercises once per day for a short period of time if she has time.
-What will most likely happen to Monica' weight after she goes off her current diet and exercise plan?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​She will maintain any weight lost during the diet for at least two years. 
B) She will return to previous habits and regain weight. 
C) She will continue to lose weight. 
D) She will enter a short period of weight gain and then continue to lose weight. 
E) ​Her weight will plateau and then she will start to lose weight again. 
A) ​She will maintain any weight lost during the diet for at least two years. 
B) She will return to previous habits and regain weight. 
C) She will continue to lose weight. 
D) She will enter a short period of weight gain and then continue to lose weight. 
E) ​Her weight will plateau and then she will start to lose weight again.

Question 15

​Surgical standards require that no more than eight pounds of fat be removed by liposuction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which diet pill is currently approved for use in the United States?​

Accepted Answer

A) orlistat​ 
B) ephedra 
C) amphetamines 
D) Redux 
E) ​Meridia 
A) orlistat​ 
B) ephedra 
C) amphetamines 
D) Redux 
E) ​Meridia

Question 17

Increasingly,people are losing weight and keeping it off by eating more nutrient-dense foods.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention oversees the manufacturing of weight-loss supplements and other products ensure effectiveness.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

According to a new law,claims about long-term weight loss must be based on the experience of patients followed over time after they complete the weight-loss program.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Monica has been trying to lose weight for about a year.Throughout the past year she has educated herself on the guidelines of good nutrition and exercise.Despite knowing that she needs to change her lifestyle,she is frustrated with her inability to lose weight and wants to "jumpstart" her weight loss.She is trying to lose 5 to 10 pounds as soon as possible because she feels that gradual changes are disappointing and she is unable to commit to gradual change.As a result,she ends up overeating and does not exercise.For her most recent diet she decides to try a popular very low-calorie quick weight-loss approach and adhere to the following program:day 1:fruits only,day 2:vegetables only,day 3:fruits and vegetables only,day 4:6 bananas and milk,days 5 and 6:tomatoes only,day 7:eat whatever you want.In addition to the diet Monica exercises once per day for a short period of time if she has time.
-How may Monica's health be affected if she continues to follow the diet long-term?​

Accepted Answer

A) ​She will lose weight and become healthier. 
B) She will have more energy and stamina. 
C) The diet may lead to nutrient-deficiency diseases. 
D) The diet may cause heart valve problems. 
E) ​She may develop blood pressure problems. 
A) ​She will lose weight and become healthier. 
B) She will have more energy and stamina. 
C) The diet may lead to nutrient-deficiency diseases. 
D) The diet may cause heart valve problems. 
E) ​She may develop blood pressure problems.

Exam 10: Weight Control: The Myths and Realities

Ephedra and Meridia are the only two safe and effective weight-loss drugs currently on the market.​

​Why was ephedra discontinued?

People who regain lost weight often _____.​

Weight-loss products sold over the Internet _____.​

A person's calorie needs increase over time as weight is lost.​

Which factor often causes rapid weight-loss diets to fail and weight to be regained?​

A regular program of _____ increases lean body mass and reduces fat mass without weight loss.​

Describe how to identify and make small,acceptable changes and give an example.​

Which small change in healthy eating for weigh loss is easy to accomplish and will most likely be acceptable?​

Discuss the differences between gastric bypass surgery and lap-band surgery.​

​Surgical standards require that no more than eight pounds of fat be removed by liposuction.

Which diet pill is currently approved for use in the United States?​

Increasingly,people are losing weight and keeping it off by eating more nutrient-dense foods.​

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention oversees the manufacturing of weight-loss supplements and other products ensure effectiveness.​

According to a new law,claims about long-term weight loss must be based on the experience of patients followed over time after they complete the weight-loss program.​

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

Obesity to Underweight: The Highs and Lows of Weight Status

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

Ephedra and Meridia are the only two safe and effective weight-loss drugs currently on the market.

Why was ephedra discontinued?

People who regain lost weight often _____.

Weight-loss products sold over the Internet _____.

A person's calorie needs increase over time as weight is lost.

Which factor often causes rapid weight-loss diets to fail and weight to be regained?

A regular program of _____ increases lean body mass and reduces fat mass without weight loss.

Describe how to identify and make small,acceptable changes and give an example.

Which small change in healthy eating for weigh loss is easy to accomplish and will most likely be acceptable?

Discuss the differences between gastric bypass surgery and lap-band surgery.

Surgical standards require that no more than eight pounds of fat be removed by liposuction.

Which diet pill is currently approved for use in the United States?

Increasingly,people are losing weight and keeping it off by eating more nutrient-dense foods.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention oversees the manufacturing of weight-loss supplements and other products ensure effectiveness.

According to a new law,claims about long-term weight loss must be based on the experience of patients followed over time after they complete the weight-loss program.