Question 1

Which of the following physical activities metabolizes the most fat?

Accepted Answer

A) walking for 30 minutes 
B) running for two hours 
C) hard cycling for 1 hour 
D) performing 200-meter hurdles during competition 
A) walking for 30 minutes 
B) running for two hours 
C) hard cycling for 1 hour 
D) performing 200-meter hurdles during competition A

Question 2

The International Olympic Committee bans the use of _____ among competitive athletes.

Accepted Answer

A) glucosamine 
B) coenzyme Q10 
C) human growth hormone 
D) branched chain amino acids 
A) glucosamine 
B) coenzyme Q10 
C) human growth hormone 
D) branched chain amino acids C

Question 3

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Ghrelin is an enzyme that breaks down fat in the stomach. 
B) Fat cells produce leptin,a hormone that can reduce hunger. 
C) Satiety is the feeling that drives a person to consume food. 
D) A positive energy state results in weight loss. 
A) Ghrelin is an enzyme that breaks down fat in the stomach. 
B) Fat cells produce leptin,a hormone that can reduce hunger. 
C) Satiety is the feeling that drives a person to consume food. 
D) A positive energy state results in weight loss. B

Question 4

The weight loss medication orlistat (Alli)

Accepted Answer

A) reduces the amount of fat absorbed by the digestive tract. 
B) increases the metabolic rate by stimulating the release of certain hormones. 
C) reduces the rate at which glucose enters cells. 
D) increases the amount of energy the body expends by NEAT. 
A) reduces the amount of fat absorbed by the digestive tract. 
B) increases the metabolic rate by stimulating the release of certain hormones. 
C) reduces the rate at which glucose enters cells. 
D) increases the amount of energy the body expends by NEAT.

Question 5

Liam's BMI is 33.0.According to his food records,he consumes an average of 3000 kcal/day.He would like to lose 4 pounds in 4 weeks by reducing his caloric intake.Based on this information,Liam should consume an average of _____ kcal/day.

Accepted Answer

A) 2500 
B) 2600 
C) 2700 
D) 2800 
A) 2500 
B) 2600 
C) 2700 
D) 2800

Question 6

Amy's BMI is 29.3.According to her food records,she consumes an average of 3000 kcal/day.She would like to lose 8 pounds in 4 weeks by increasing her physical activity level and reducing her caloric intake.If she increases her physical activity level so that she expends 500 extra kcal/day,what should her average daily intake be to lose 8 pounds in 4 weeks?

Accepted Answer

A) 1550 
B) 2000 
C) 2500 
D) 2750 
A) 1550 
B) 2000 
C) 2500 
D) 2750

Question 7

People with BMIs of 25 or more have greater risks of _____ than people with BMIs in the healthy range.

Accepted Answer

A) osteomalacia 
B) anemia 
C) fluorosis 
D) hypertension 
A) osteomalacia 
B) anemia 
C) fluorosis 
D) hypertension

Question 8

Reyna is a competitive athlete who weighs 65 kg.She would like to plan a nutritionally adequate diet that provides enough carbohydrate to maintain her weight and glycogen stores during training and competition.According to expert recommendations,she should consume _____ grams of carbohydrate daily.

Accepted Answer

A) 120 to 340 
B) 190 to 460 
C) 220 to 530 
D) 390 to 650 
A) 120 to 340 
B) 190 to 460 
C) 220 to 530 
D) 390 to 650

Question 9

_____ is the primary function of adipose cells.

Accepted Answer

A) Storing glycogen 
B) Metabolizing glucose to generate heat 
C) Storing fat 
D) Metabolizing amino acids to build muscle tissue 
A) Storing glycogen 
B) Metabolizing glucose to generate heat 
C) Storing fat 
D) Metabolizing amino acids to build muscle tissue

Question 10

Compared to other mice,a mouse that has a "thrifty metabolism"

Accepted Answer

A) gains weight more easily. 
B) loses excess food energy in the form of body heat. 
C) burns three times more fat. 
D) metabolizes more glucose than fatty acids for energy. 
A) gains weight more easily. 
B) loses excess food energy in the form of body heat. 
C) burns three times more fat. 
D) metabolizes more glucose than fatty acids for energy.

Question 11

While in class,Barry can't seem to sit still.He constantly taps his feet on the floor and frequently shifts his position.The energy Barry uses for these involuntary movements is classified as

Accepted Answer

A) basal metabolism. 
B) resting metabolism. 
C) NEAT. 
D) thermic effect of food. 
A) basal metabolism. 
B) resting metabolism. 
C) NEAT. 
D) thermic effect of food.

Question 12

_____ fat is located deep within the abdominal region and protects digestive organs.

Accepted Answer

A) Visceral 
B) Cellulite 
C) Bariatric 
D) Subcutaneous 
A) Visceral 
B) Cellulite 
C) Bariatric 
D) Subcutaneous

Question 13

An endurance athlete who weighs 85 kg should consume at least _____ g of protein daily.

Accepted Answer

A) 82 
B) 92 
C) 102 
D) 112 
A) 82 
B) 92 
C) 102 
D) 112

Question 14

Macey's BMI is 30.2.Based on this information,her weight is in the _____ range.

Accepted Answer

A) underweight 
B) healthy 
C) overweight 
D) obese 
A) underweight 
B) healthy 
C) overweight 
D) obese

Question 15

Dennis wants to gain weight,primarily as lean tissue.In addition to performing resistance exercise regularly,he should

Accepted Answer

A) increase his protein intake to 60% of total energy intake,eat more complex carbohydrates,and take a multivitamin/multimineral supplement. 
B) add nutrient-dense,healthy sources of energy to his diet,including fatty fish,whole-grain cereals,nuts,peanut butter,and olive oil. 
C) supplement his diet with essential amino acids and limit his total fat intake to no more than 10% of total kilocalories. 
D) avoid aerobic activities on the days he doesn't lift weights and eat about 50% of total calories from saturated fat. 
A) increase his protein intake to 60% of total energy intake,eat more complex carbohydrates,and take a multivitamin/multimineral supplement. 
B) add nutrient-dense,healthy sources of energy to his diet,including fatty fish,whole-grain cereals,nuts,peanut butter,and olive oil. 
C) supplement his diet with essential amino acids and limit his total fat intake to no more than 10% of total kilocalories. 
D) avoid aerobic activities on the days he doesn't lift weights and eat about 50% of total calories from saturated fat.

Question 16

Tatiana is a competitive athlete who weighs 70 kg.She would like to plan a nutritionally adequate diet that provides enough carbohydrate to maintain her weight and glycogen stores during training and competition.According to expert recommendations,she should consume _____ grams of carbohydrate daily.

Accepted Answer

A) 420 to 700 
B) 520 to 800 
C) 620 to 900 
D) 720 to 1000 
A) 420 to 700 
B) 520 to 800 
C) 620 to 900 
D) 720 to 1000

Question 17

People who exercise regularly can reduce their risk of

Accepted Answer

A) cretinism. 
B) megaloblastic anemia. 
C) type 2 diabetes. 
D) spina bifida. 
A) cretinism. 
B) megaloblastic anemia. 
C) type 2 diabetes. 
D) spina bifida.

Question 18

Obese people are more likely to develop _____ than people who are not obese.

Accepted Answer

A) iron-deficiency anemia 
B) sleep apnea 
C) elevated HDL cholesterol 
D) cretinism 
A) iron-deficiency anemia 
B) sleep apnea 
C) elevated HDL cholesterol 
D) cretinism

Question 19

Which of the following conditions is often associated with the abuse of anabolic steroids?

Accepted Answer

A) chronic cough 
B) low blood pressure 
C) aggressive behavior 
D) allergic reactions in sensitive people 
A) chronic cough 
B) low blood pressure 
C) aggressive behavior 
D) allergic reactions in sensitive people

Question 20

Which of the following formulas is the best way to estimate your total daily energy needs accurately?

Accepted Answer

A) Add kilocalories needed for basal metabolism to those needed for physical activity. 
B) Add kilocalories from foods together and subtract those expended for physical activity and NEAT. 
C) Add kilocalories needed for basal metabolism and physical activity; then subtract kilocalories used for the thermic effect of food. 
D) Add kilocalories used for basal metabolism,physical activity,thermic effect of food,and NEAT. 
A) Add kilocalories needed for basal metabolism to those needed for physical activity. 
B) Add kilocalories from foods together and subtract those expended for physical activity and NEAT. 
C) Add kilocalories needed for basal metabolism and physical activity; then subtract kilocalories used for the thermic effect of food. 
D) Add kilocalories used for basal metabolism,physical activity,thermic effect of food,and NEAT.

Which of the following physical activities metabolizes the most fat?

The International Olympic Committee bans the use of _____ among competitive athletes.

Which of the following statements is true?

The weight loss medication orlistat (Alli)

Liam's BMI is 33.0.According to his food records,he consumes an average of 3000 kcal/day.He would like to lose 4 pounds in 4 weeks by reducing his caloric intake.Based on this information,Liam should consume an average of _____ kcal/day.

People with BMIs of 25 or more have greater risks of _____ than people with BMIs in the healthy range.

Reyna is a competitive athlete who weighs 65 kg.She would like to plan a nutritionally adequate diet that provides enough carbohydrate to maintain her weight and glycogen stores during training and competition.According to expert recommendations,she should consume _____ grams of carbohydrate daily.

_____ is the primary function of adipose cells.

Compared to other mice,a mouse that has a "thrifty metabolism"

While in class,Barry can't seem to sit still.He constantly taps his feet on the floor and frequently shifts his position.The energy Barry uses for these involuntary movements is classified as

_____ fat is located deep within the abdominal region and protects digestive organs.

An endurance athlete who weighs 85 kg should consume at least _____ g of protein daily.

Macey's BMI is 30.2.Based on this information,her weight is in the _____ range.

Dennis wants to gain weight,primarily as lean tissue.In addition to performing resistance exercise regularly,he should

People who exercise regularly can reduce their risk of

Obese people are more likely to develop _____ than people who are not obese.

Which of the following conditions is often associated with the abuse of anabolic steroids?

Which of the following formulas is the best way to estimate your total daily energy needs accurately?

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Exam 10: Nutrition for a Healthy Weight and Fit Body

Which of the following physical activities metabolizes the most fat?

The International Olympic Committee bans the use of _____ among competitive athletes.

Which of the following statements is true?

The weight loss medication orlistat (Alli)

Liam's BMI is 33.0.According to his food records,he consumes an average of 3000 kcal/day.He would like to lose 4 pounds in 4 weeks by reducing his caloric intake.Based on this information,Liam should consume an average of _____ kcal/day.

People with BMIs of 25 or more have greater risks of _____ than people with BMIs in the healthy range.

Reyna is a competitive athlete who weighs 65 kg.She would like to plan a nutritionally adequate diet that provides enough carbohydrate to maintain her weight and glycogen stores during training and competition.According to expert recommendations,she should consume _____ grams of carbohydrate daily.

_____ is the primary function of adipose cells.

Compared to other mice,a mouse that has a "thrifty metabolism"

While in class,Barry can't seem to sit still.He constantly taps his feet on the floor and frequently shifts his position.The energy Barry uses for these involuntary movements is classified as

_____ fat is located deep within the abdominal region and protects digestive organs.

An endurance athlete who weighs 85 kg should consume at least _____ g of protein daily.

Macey's BMI is 30.2.Based on this information,her weight is in the _____ range.

Dennis wants to gain weight,primarily as lean tissue.In addition to performing resistance exercise regularly,he should

People who exercise regularly can reduce their risk of

Obese people are more likely to develop _____ than people who are not obese.

Which of the following conditions is often associated with the abuse of anabolic steroids?

Which of the following formulas is the best way to estimate your total daily energy needs accurately?

Food Is More Than Something to Eat

Nutrition Information: Fact or Fiction

Making More Nutritious Choices

How Food Becomes You

Carbohydrates: Fuel and Fiber

Lipids: Focusing on Fats and Cholesterol

Proteins: Lifes Building Blocks

Vitamins: Nutrients That Multitask

Key Minerals,Water,and the Nonnutrient Alcohol

Nutrition for Your Life, Environment, and World

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