Question 1

Chronic disease is responsible for what rate of deaths among Americans?

Accepted Answer

A)  one in ten 
B)  three in ten 
C)  five in ten 
D)  seven in ten 
A)  one in ten 
B)  three in ten 
C)  five in ten 
D)  seven in ten D

Question 2

The key to a successful Calorie-restricted diet is to

Accepted Answer

A)  consume 1,000 or fewer Calories per day. 
B)  consume a low-Calorie, nutrient-dense diet. 
C)  exercise at least one hour each day while eating fewer Calories than usual. 
D)  join a support group. 
A)  consume 1,000 or fewer Calories per day. 
B)  consume a low-Calorie, nutrient-dense diet. 
C)  exercise at least one hour each day while eating fewer Calories than usual. 
D)  join a support group. B

Question 3

Calorie restriction is defined as consuming 1,000 or fewer Calories per day.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

An evaluation of the impact of Calorie restriction on health indicates that it is the energy content of the diet and NOT the nutrient content that is critical to prolong life.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is an established effect of Calorie restriction (CR)?

Accepted Answer

A)  CR reduces metabolic rate and in turn the production of free radicals. 
B)  CR significantly reduces the risk for age-related cognitive decline. 
C)  CR causes marked improvement in bone density. 
D)  CR results in increased energy expenditure. 
A)  CR reduces metabolic rate and in turn the production of free radicals. 
B)  CR significantly reduces the risk for age-related cognitive decline. 
C)  CR causes marked improvement in bone density. 
D)  CR results in increased energy expenditure.

Question 6

What does research suggest about regular physical activity's effect on the life span?

Accepted Answer

A)  To prolong life span, physical activity must be performed at least four times a week in sessions lasting at least 45 minutes, at a high intensity. 
B)  Consuming a healthful diet while engaging in regular physical activity can reduce oxidative stress without the need for Calorie restriction. 
C)  People genetically predisposed toward a lean body type live longer even if they eat poorly and fail to engage in regular physical activity. 
D)  Exercise increases the risks for osteoporosis and fractures, reducing life span. 
A)  To prolong life span, physical activity must be performed at least four times a week in sessions lasting at least 45 minutes, at a high intensity. 
B)  Consuming a healthful diet while engaging in regular physical activity can reduce oxidative stress without the need for Calorie restriction. 
C)  People genetically predisposed toward a lean body type live longer even if they eat poorly and fail to engage in regular physical activity. 
D)  Exercise increases the risks for osteoporosis and fractures, reducing life span.

Question 7

Research suggests that intermittent fasting and alternate-day fasting produce beneficial metabolic changes similar to those of Calorie restriction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which of the following has been linked to human growth hormone (HGH)supplements?

Accepted Answer

A)  joint and muscle pain 
B)  increased longevity 
C)  lower blood cholesterol levels 
D)  reduction in risk of type 2 diabetes 
A)  joint and muscle pain 
B)  increased longevity 
C)  lower blood cholesterol levels 
D)  reduction in risk of type 2 diabetes

Question 9

The research suggesting that Calorie restriction can improve human health and extend the human life span is preliminary.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Research studies indicate that consuming which of the following supplements can cause gastrointestinal upset?

Accepted Answer

A)  ginger 
B)  ginseng 
C)  ginkgo 
D)  melatonin 
A)  ginger 
B)  ginseng 
C)  ginkgo 
D)  melatonin

Question 11

To gain up to 5 years of healthy living,people following Calorie restriction must

Accepted Answer

A)  begin in early childhood. 
B)  practice it at least every other day. 
C)  restrict their energy intake by at least 20%. 
D)  consume a vegan diet. 
A)  begin in early childhood. 
B)  practice it at least every other day. 
C)  restrict their energy intake by at least 20%. 
D)  consume a vegan diet.

Question 12

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),which of the following health habits does NOT promote increased longevity?

Accepted Answer

A)  never smoking 
B)  restricting sleep to no more than 7 hours a night 
C)  engaging in adequate amounts of regular physical activity 
D)  maintaining a healthful weight and body composition 
A)  never smoking 
B)  restricting sleep to no more than 7 hours a night 
C)  engaging in adequate amounts of regular physical activity 
D)  maintaining a healthful weight and body composition

Question 13

Antioxidant supplements have consistently been shown to lower rates of death from heart disease and certain types of cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

If you want to live a longer,healthier life,the CDC recommends consuming a gluten-free diet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following would LEAST likely be included in a longevity calculator?

Accepted Answer

A)  level of physical activity and weight status 
B)  sleep quality and duration 
C)  alcohol, drug, and tobacco use 
D)  use of anti-aging supplements 
A)  level of physical activity and weight status 
B)  sleep quality and duration 
C)  alcohol, drug, and tobacco use 
D)  use of anti-aging supplements

Question 16

Which of the following statements about anti-aging micronutrient supplements is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A)  No clinical trials of anti-aging supplements have yet been conducted. 
B)  Some studies have found an increased risk of mortality among people taking vitamin A or vitamin E supplements. 
C)  The anti-aging market enjoys nearly $1 billion in global sales. 
D)  A limited number of research trials has shown anti-aging micronutrient supplements to be effective in reducing cognitive decline and maintaining muscle and bone mass. 
A)  No clinical trials of anti-aging supplements have yet been conducted. 
B)  Some studies have found an increased risk of mortality among people taking vitamin A or vitamin E supplements. 
C)  The anti-aging market enjoys nearly $1 billion in global sales. 
D)  A limited number of research trials has shown anti-aging micronutrient supplements to be effective in reducing cognitive decline and maintaining muscle and bone mass.

Question 17

Even without Calorie restriction,vegan diets have been shown to improve an individual's metabolic profile.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Most of the members of the Caloric Restriction Society and the CRONies are males.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Antioxidant supplements have not been shown to slow aging and may actually be harmful.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Maintaining an energy-restricted diet that is high in nutrients requires significant planning and preparation of most of your own meals.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 30: Searching for the Fountain of Youth

Chronic disease is responsible for what rate of deaths among Americans?

The key to a successful Calorie-restricted diet is to

Calorie restriction is defined as consuming 1,000 or fewer Calories per day.

An evaluation of the impact of Calorie restriction on health indicates that it is the energy content of the diet and NOT the nutrient content that is critical to prolong life.

Which of the following is an established effect of Calorie restriction (CR)?

What does research suggest about regular physical activity's effect on the life span?

Research suggests that intermittent fasting and alternate-day fasting produce beneficial metabolic changes similar to those of Calorie restriction.

Which of the following has been linked to human growth hormone (HGH)supplements?

The research suggesting that Calorie restriction can improve human health and extend the human life span is preliminary.

Research studies indicate that consuming which of the following supplements can cause gastrointestinal upset?

To gain up to 5 years of healthy living,people following Calorie restriction must

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),which of the following health habits does NOT promote increased longevity?

Antioxidant supplements have consistently been shown to lower rates of death from heart disease and certain types of cancer.

If you want to live a longer,healthier life,the CDC recommends consuming a gluten-free diet.

Which of the following would LEAST likely be included in a longevity calculator?

Which of the following statements about anti-aging micronutrient supplements is TRUE?

Even without Calorie restriction,vegan diets have been shown to improve an individual's metabolic profile.

Most of the members of the Caloric Restriction Society and the CRONies are males.

Antioxidant supplements have not been shown to slow aging and may actually be harmful.

Maintaining an energy-restricted diet that is high in nutrients requires significant planning and preparation of most of your own meals.

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