Chapter 7 Textbook Quiz
All of the following describe the behavior of fat cells except: a- the number decreases when fat is lost from the body b- the storage capacity for far depends on both cell and cell size c- the size is larger in obese people than in normal weight people d- the number increases most rapidly during the growth years and tapers off when adult status is reached
D
The protein produced by the fat cells under the direction of the ob gene is called: a- leptin b- orlistat c- sibutramine d- lipoprotein lipase
A
Physical activity does not help a person to: a- lose weight b- lose fat in trouble spots c- retain muscle d- maintain weight loss
B
The biggest problem associated with the use of prescription drugs in the treatment of obesity is: a- cost b- the necessity of long-term use c- ineffectiveness d- adverse side effects
B
Two causes of obesity in humans are: a. set-point theory and BMI b. genetics and physical inactivity c. genetics and low-carbohydrate diets d. mineral imbalances and fat cell imbalance
B
Which strategy would not help an underweight person to gain weight? a- exercise b- drink lots of water c- eat snacks between meals d- eat large portions of meals
B
A nutritionally sound weight-loss diet might restrict daily energy intake to create a: a- 1000 k calorie per month deficit b- 500 k calorie per month deficit c- 500 k calorie per day deficit d- 3500 k cal per day deficit
C
The obesity cell theory that suggests the body chooses to be at a specific weight is the: a- fat cell theory b- enzyme theory c- set-point theory d- external cue theory
C
Which of these behaviors will best support successful weight management a- shop only when hungry b- eat infant of the TV for distraction c- learn appropriate portion sizes d- eat quickly
C
What is the best approach to weight loss a- avoid foods containing carbohydrates b- eliminate all falls from the diet and decrease water intake c- greatly increase protein intake to prevent the body from protein loss d- reduce daily energy intake and increase energy expenditure
D