Overweight/Underweight
What are 2 risks of being underweight?
Early death during a famine or in a siege
Death from starvation when suffering from cancer
High risk of death following surgery
Deterioration of nutrition status during hospitalization
Name two examples of aerobic physical activity.
brisk walking, swimming, bicycling, climbing stairs
Identify the nutrient that has the ability to reduce tissue inflammation.
a. Glucose
b. Omega-3 fatty acid
c. Leucine
d. Vitamin D
e. Cholesterol
b
What is the definition of anorexia nervous?
self starvation
basil metabolic rate
In the early stages of food deprivation, the nervous system cannot use _____ as fuel.
fat
The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend:
a. spending the maximum amount of time on stretching exercises
b. performing only high-intensity physical activities for long-term benefits
c. spending the same amount of time on both aerobic and resistance exercises
d. performing a minimum of 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic exercises daily
e. splitting up weekly physical activities into sessions of at least 10 minutes each
e
What nutrient is important for the formation of the protein collagen?
vitamin C
What is the definition of bulimia?
binge eating and purging
What hormone is released by the stomach cells to stimulate appetite?
Ghrelin
Why are fad diets successful in the short-term?
they induce a calorie deficit or you are taking in less calories
What is the definition of cardiorespiratory endurance?
The ability of the vital organs and metabolism to sustain moderate to high-intensity muscle exercise for prolonged periods
The main role of _____ in supporting physical activity is to serve as an antioxidant, protecting tissues from oxidation.
vitamin E
Name 3 symptoms of anorexia nervosa?
Cessation of menstruation, mood swings, depression, physical exhaustion, and sleep deprivation
What should someone do to prevent regaining lost weight?
a. Avoid weighing himself or herself on a scale more than once a month., b. Avoid weight-loss support programs such as Weight Watchers., c. Monitor daily energy nutrient proportions., d. Adopt a yo-yo diet., e. Exercise regularly.
e
What are four of the outside body factors which contribute to obesity.
available foods, larger portions, friends and family, and prolonged physical inactivity
A person who continues moderate-intensity activities for more than _____ minutes begins to use less glucose and more fat for fuel.
20
What vitamin plays an important role in the production of red blood cells?
B12
What are 3 symptoms of bulimia?
Fluid and electrolyte imbalances, Infections, Adversely affects dental health
Which of the following statements is true of recent physical activity trends in the United States?
a. Physical activity has increased over the past few years because of concerns with overweight., b. Outdoor work and play are the main contributors to leisure time activity in this country., c. Sedentary activities have replaced outdoor physical activities for many people., d. Passive exercise with machines has helped people lose weight without physical exertion., e. Obesity prevalence has risen because people eat too much after intense physical activity.
c
How does the body react when a person fasts to loose weight?
breaks down fat molecules into keytone bodies
Athletes who lose a great deal of sodium in their sweat may be prone to
heat cramps
Active people need nutrient-dense foods such as _____ to supply vitamins, minerals, and phytochemicals.
a. breakfast bars
b. sweet potatoes
c. iceberg lettuce
d. potato chips
e. energy drinks
b
What are the three treatments discussed in class for anorexia nervosa?
Family counseling. Cognitive behavioral therapy, Nutrition guidance
The best way to use physical activity to assist with weight control is to:
exercise daily in conjunction with a substantial reduction in calories