Question 1

Studies show that the most important characteristic of any weight-loss diet for obese, sedentary individuals is the restriction of energy intake, not the carbohydrate, protein, or fat distribution of the diet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

One of the more important regulatory signals in long-term energy balance and weight maintenance is ________, a hormone produced by fat cells.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One of the more important regulatory signals...

Question 3

In the United States, ________ of all adults are overweight or obese. (Please supply a fraction for your answer.)

Accepted Answer

The answer of In the United States, ________ of all...

Question 4

Ghrelin is a hormone synthesized by cells in the stomach and its primary role in the body is to ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  decrease appetite 
B)  stimulate appetite 
C)  induce a feeling of satiety 
D)  breakdown food

Question 5

The Health at Every Size movement would least likely support the use of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  behavior change models 
B)  laboratory tests to determine metabolic fitness 
C)  weight-loss diets 
D)  therapy

Question 6

Which weight-loss plan is known for its support system?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

Fatty acids stored in subcutaneous fat are more easily mobilized than fatty acids stored in visceral fat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Peptide YY (PYY) is secreted by the intestines and causes a decreased drive to eat.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The 2010 Dietary Guidelines emphasizes changing one's lifestyle, including a total diet that is energy balanced and ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The 2010 Dietary Guidelines emphasizes changing one's...

Question 10

The most appropriate use of body mass index (BMI) is to determine:

Accepted Answer

A)  potential health risks in the general population. 
B)  potential health risks in the athletic population. 
C)  ideal weight for adults. 
D)  ideal weight for athletes.

Question 11

Low bone mineral density with structural deterioration is known as ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  osteomalacia 
B)  osteopenia 
C)  osteoporosis 
D)  osteoarthritis

Question 12

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
-Low fiber intake.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

The period of time associated with the most rapid loss of bone mass is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  age 20 to 35 years 
B)  age 35 to 50 years 
C)  the first several years after menopause 
D)  after males are 65 years or older

Question 14

Nutrition guidelines and recommendations concerning fat intake are standardized across organizations.

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
-Emphasizes the glycemic effect of carbohydrates.

Accepted Answer

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

Question 16

Which activity is most likely to result in appropriate weight loss?

Accepted Answer

A)  Daily physical activity meeting the Surgeon General's recommendations 
B)  Strength training two days per week 
C)  Aerobic exercise of sufficient duration/intensity to expend > 2000 kcal per week 
D)  Exercise in heat and humidity to induce heavy sweating

Question 17

Of the chronic diseases listed, when an individual's BMI increases it has the greatest impact on risk for ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  diabetes 
B)  heart disease 
C)  hypertension 
D)  high blood cholesterol

Question 18

The main purpose of the homeostatic mechanism that regulates energy intake and expenditure in the body is to ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  keep the body at a very fixed weight 
B)  prevent weight loss 
C)  maintain a fairly constant body weight 
D)  stimulate weight gain

Question 19

Of the following, the most critical intervention because of its strong and independent effect on metabolic syndrome is the ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  reduction in dietary fat and cholesterol intake 
B)  increase in physical activity 
C)  reduction of stress-related factors 
D)  increase in aspirin intake

Question 20

Specific Activity Guidelines published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services state that adults (ages 18-64) should ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  not engage in any vigorous-intensity aerobic exercise unless they are highly trained athletes 
B)  do 1 hour or more a day of mostly moderate- or vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity 
C)  do 2 hours or more a day of mostly moderate- or vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity 
D)  do 2 hours and 30 minutes a week of moderate-intensity or 1 hour and 15 minutes a week of vigorous-intensity aerobic physical activity, or a combination of these

Exam 13: Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

Studies show that the most important characteristic of any weight-loss diet for obese, sedentary individuals is the restriction of energy intake, not the carbohydrate, protein, or fat distribution of the diet.

One of the more important regulatory signals in long-term energy balance and weight maintenance is ________, a hormone produced by fat cells.

In the United States, ________ of all adults are overweight or obese. (Please supply a fraction for your answer.)

Ghrelin is a hormone synthesized by cells in the stomach and its primary role in the body is to ____.

The Health at Every Size movement would least likely support the use of ____.

Which weight-loss plan is known for its support system?

Fatty acids stored in subcutaneous fat are more easily mobilized than fatty acids stored in visceral fat.

Peptide YY (PYY) is secreted by the intestines and causes a decreased drive to eat.

The 2010 Dietary Guidelines emphasizes changing one's lifestyle, including a total diet that is energy balanced and ________.

The most appropriate use of body mass index (BMI) is to determine:

Low bone mineral density with structural deterioration is known as ____.

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 -Low fiber intake.

The period of time associated with the most rapid loss of bone mass is ____.

Nutrition guidelines and recommendations concerning fat intake are standardized across organizations.

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 -Emphasizes the glycemic effect of carbohydrates.

Which activity is most likely to result in appropriate weight loss?

Of the chronic diseases listed, when an individual's BMI increases it has the greatest impact on risk for ____.

The main purpose of the homeostatic mechanism that regulates energy intake and expenditure in the body is to ____.

Of the following, the most critical intervention because of its strong and independent effect on metabolic syndrome is the ____.

Specific Activity Guidelines published by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services state that adults (ages 18-64) should ____.