Exam 7: Managing Your Weight

Define obesity and identify five reasons Americans are becoming more obese today.

Which factor contributes most to being overweight or obese?

Ephedra:

The hormone that sends a signal to the brain that affects appetite is known as:

An individual is considered overweight if their body mass index is above:

What percentage of American adults use weight loss supplements?

____________________ happens when people use food as a way to cope with anger, stress, frustration, boredom or fatigue.

____________________ is a type of surgery that involves creating an egg-sized pouch with staples and rerouting food around part of the upper intestine.

A support group for those who eat compulsively is called:

The peak age range of onset for anorexia nervosa is:

College women tend to ____ their weight.

Match the items below with the most appropriate description. -binging followed by forced vomiting

____________________ students are especially at risk for unhealthy eating behaviors.

What is a common medical complication related to weight loss from anorexia?

Cases of anorexia nervosa are increasing among which group?

Match the items below with the most appropriate description. -eating a lot of food in a short period of time

Match the items below with the most appropriate description. -loss of appetite

Describe the difference between hunger and appetite.List two hormones that influence hunger and appetite.

The feeling of fullness indicates:

What activity best describes binge eating?