Question 1

A healthy diet is important in the treatment of metabolic syndrome but becoming physically active will likely have a much stronger effect.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

An athlete is considering making a change to his or her diet in the next two weeks. According to the Stages of Change Model, what stage is the athlete currently in?

Accepted Answer

A)  Precontemplation 
B)  Contemplation 
C)  Preparation 
D)  Action
Enter the appropriate word(s) to complete the statement. 
A)  Precontemplation 
B)  Contemplation 
C)  Preparation 
D)  Action
Enter the appropriate word(s) to complete the statement.

Question 3

Match the statement with the weight-loss plan it describes. Answers may be used more than once.
a.Atkins diet
b.Zone diet
c.Ornish diet
d.Weight Watchers
-Emphasis on high-fiber carbohydrate foods.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the statement with the weight-loss plan...

Question 4

Which of the following is least likely to be a major risk factor for heart disease?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cigarette smoking 
B)  Hypertension 
C)  Low total blood cholesterol concentration 
D)  Low concentration of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol 
A)  Cigarette smoking 
B)  Hypertension 
C)  Low total blood cholesterol concentration 
D)  Low concentration of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol

Question 5

Discuss the similarities and differences of the Atkins Diet, Zone Diet, and Ornish Diet. How does the effectiveness of each of these programs compare?

Accepted Answer

The Atkins Diet, Zone Diet, and Ornish D

Question 6

One way to decrease cholesterol and saturated fats in the diet is to reduce the intake of saturated fats.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of the following is a true statement about physical activity and aging in general?

Accepted Answer

A)  The total amount of physical activity stays the same, but there is a decrease in the intensity and duration of individual activities. 
B)  The total amount of physical activity declines, but there is an increase in the intensity of individual activities. 
C)  The total amount of physical activity as well as the intensity and duration of individual activities declines. 
D)  After retirement there is an increase in the amount, intensity, and duration of physical activity because people have more time to exercise. 
A)  The total amount of physical activity stays the same, but there is a decrease in the intensity and duration of individual activities. 
B)  The total amount of physical activity declines, but there is an increase in the intensity of individual activities. 
C)  The total amount of physical activity as well as the intensity and duration of individual activities declines. 
D)  After retirement there is an increase in the amount, intensity, and duration of physical activity because people have more time to exercise.

Question 8

Studies have shown that regular endurance training ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  eliminates the risk for becoming hypertensive 
B)  reduces the risk for becoming hypertensive 
C)  increases the risk for becoming hypertensive 
D)  has no effect on risk for becoming hypertensive 
A)  eliminates the risk for becoming hypertensive 
B)  reduces the risk for becoming hypertensive 
C)  increases the risk for becoming hypertensive 
D)  has no effect on risk for becoming hypertensive

Question 9

What percentage of adults in the United States are overweight or obese?

Accepted Answer

A)  36% 
B)  52% 
C)  68% 
D)  83% 
A)  36% 
B)  52% 
C)  68% 
D)  83%

Question 10

The major factors underlying the development of metabolic syndrome are ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  age and gender 
B)  family history and cardiovascular fitness 
C)  hypertension and cigarette smoking 
D)  obesity and insulin resistance 
A)  age and gender 
B)  family history and cardiovascular fitness 
C)  hypertension and cigarette smoking 
D)  obesity and insulin resistance

Question 11

One-third of all cancer deaths in the U.S. are associated with poor diet, inactivity, and excess body weight.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What does 40-30-30 represent?

Accepted Answer

A)  40% carbohydrate (CHO) and 30% each protein and fat 
B)  40% fat and 30% each protein and CHO 
C)  40% protein and 30% each fat and CHO 
D)  40 lb lost in the first six months; 30 lb lost in subsequent six-month periods 
A)  40% carbohydrate (CHO) and 30% each protein and fat 
B)  40% fat and 30% each protein and CHO 
C)  40% protein and 30% each fat and CHO 
D)  40 lb lost in the first six months; 30 lb lost in subsequent six-month periods

Question 13

On average, the bone density of men and African Americans is approximately ____ greater than that of Caucasian women.

Accepted Answer

A)  5% 
B)  20% 
C)  35% 
D)  65% 
A)  5% 
B)  20% 
C)  35% 
D)  65%

Question 14

In children and adolescents, overweight is defined as having a BMI between the 85th and 95th percentiles on the CDC growth chart.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Match the statement with the weight-loss plan it describes. Answers may be used more than once.
a.Atkins diet
b.Zone diet
c.Ornish diet
d.Weight Watchers
-Offers support system.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the statement with the weight-loss plan...

Question 16

Which weight-loss plan contains the lowest amount of dietary fat?

Accepted Answer

A)  Atkins diet 
B)  Ornish diet 
C)  Weight Watchers diet 
D)  Zone diet 
A)  Atkins diet 
B)  Ornish diet 
C)  Weight Watchers diet 
D)  Zone diet

Question 17

There is an association between body weight, chronic disease risk, and mortality but this association is very much influenced by cardiovascular fitness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

According to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines, at least _____% of protein intake should come from plant sources.

Accepted Answer

A)  20 
B)  30 
C)  40 
D)  50 
A)  20 
B)  30 
C)  40 
D)  50

Question 19

Physiological changes and food intake behavior are primarily controlled by the hypothalamus on both a short-term and long-term basis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Common symptoms in individuals with type 2 diabetes include ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  hypoglycemia and hypoinsulinemia 
B)  hypoglycemia and hyperinsulinemia 
C)  hyperglycemia and hypoinsulinemia 
D)  hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinemia 
A)  hypoglycemia and hypoinsulinemia 
B)  hypoglycemia and hyperinsulinemia 
C)  hyperglycemia and hypoinsulinemia 
D)  hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinemia

A healthy diet is important in the treatment of metabolic syndrome but becoming physically active will likely have a much stronger effect.

An athlete is considering making a change to his or her diet in the next two weeks. According to the Stages of Change Model, what stage is the athlete currently in?

Match the statement with the weight-loss plan it describes. Answers may be used more than once. a.Atkins diet b.Zone diet c.Ornish diet d.Weight Watchers -Emphasis on high-fiber carbohydrate foods.

Which of the following is least likely to be a major risk factor for heart disease?

Discuss the similarities and differences of the Atkins Diet, Zone Diet, and Ornish Diet. How does the effectiveness of each of these programs compare?

One way to decrease cholesterol and saturated fats in the diet is to reduce the intake of saturated fats.

Which of the following is a true statement about physical activity and aging in general?

Studies have shown that regular endurance training ____.

What percentage of adults in the United States are overweight or obese?

The major factors underlying the development of metabolic syndrome are ____.

One-third of all cancer deaths in the U.S. are associated with poor diet, inactivity, and excess body weight.

What does 40-30-30 represent?

On average, the bone density of men and African Americans is approximately ____ greater than that of Caucasian women.

In children and adolescents, overweight is defined as having a BMI between the 85th and 95th percentiles on the CDC growth chart.

Match the statement with the weight-loss plan it describes. Answers may be used more than once. a.Atkins diet b.Zone diet c.Ornish diet d.Weight Watchers -Offers support system.

Which weight-loss plan contains the lowest amount of dietary fat?

There is an association between body weight, chronic disease risk, and mortality but this association is very much influenced by cardiovascular fitness.

According to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines, at least _____% of protein intake should come from plant sources.

Physiological changes and food intake behavior are primarily controlled by the hypothalamus on both a short-term and long-term basis.

Common symptoms in individuals with type 2 diabetes include ____.

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

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Exam 13: Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

A healthy diet is important in the treatment of metabolic syndrome but becoming physically active will likely have a much stronger effect.

An athlete is considering making a change to his or her diet in the next two weeks. According to the Stages of Change Model, what stage is the athlete currently in?

Match the statement with the weight-loss plan it describes. Answers may be used more than once. a.Atkins diet b.Zone diet c.Ornish diet d.Weight Watchers -Emphasis on high-fiber carbohydrate foods.

Which of the following is least likely to be a major risk factor for heart disease?

Discuss the similarities and differences of the Atkins Diet, Zone Diet, and Ornish Diet. How does the effectiveness of each of these programs compare?

One way to decrease cholesterol and saturated fats in the diet is to reduce the intake of saturated fats.

Which of the following is a true statement about physical activity and aging in general?

Studies have shown that regular endurance training ____.

What percentage of adults in the United States are overweight or obese?

The major factors underlying the development of metabolic syndrome are ____.

One-third of all cancer deaths in the U.S. are associated with poor diet, inactivity, and excess body weight.

What does 40-30-30 represent?

On average, the bone density of men and African Americans is approximately ____ greater than that of Caucasian women.

In children and adolescents, overweight is defined as having a BMI between the 85th and 95th percentiles on the CDC growth chart.

Match the statement with the weight-loss plan it describes. Answers may be used more than once. a.Atkins diet b.Zone diet c.Ornish diet d.Weight Watchers -Offers support system.

Which weight-loss plan contains the lowest amount of dietary fat?

There is an association between body weight, chronic disease risk, and mortality but this association is very much influenced by cardiovascular fitness.

According to the 2010 Dietary Guidelines, at least _____% of protein intake should come from plant sources.

Physiological changes and food intake behavior are primarily controlled by the hypothalamus on both a short-term and long-term basis.

Common symptoms in individuals with type 2 diabetes include ____.

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Filters