Chapter 9: Part 2
Describe the effect of activity on the following: BMR, appetite,psychological well-being, and spot reducing.
BMR: slightly raised in the hours of excercising appetite: have healthy appetites & heightens satisfaction during meals psychological well-being: makes you feel more attractive, reduce stress
State strategies for weight gain
eating calorie-dense foods & eating frequently
Explain the three components of the Female Athlete Triad
eating disorder amenorrhea(diminished hormones) osteoporosis (loss of calcium in bones)
what is the diagnosis of anorexia nervosa?
*restrict calorie intake(too low body weight for age, gender & health) * have an intense fear of gaining weight * has a false perception of body weight
What type of activity is most effective for weight control?
moderate to vigorous aerobic w/strength training(@ safe levels) is best *pace yourself, rushin=injuries *any physical is better than none
symptoms of anorexia nervosa
stop menstruating, doesn't sleep, chronically depressed, self starvation to the extreme
Describe the type of individual most likely to develop an eating disorder
young people/ adolescence(80%)
symptoms of bulimia
emotionally insecure anxious at social events depressed impulsive overwhelming urge to eat
Which eating disorder is most medically dangerous?
anorexia
diagnosis of symptoms bulimia
binge eating loss of control during binges (vomiting or fasting) frequent binges false perception of body weight
Differentiate between bulimia and binge-eating disorder
binge eating: similar to bulimia but excludes purging bulimia: recurring episodes of binge eating, fear of becoming fat ,then followed by vomiting/purging
What is the most important meal to eat when trying to lose weight?
breakfast
What are the risks associated with yo-yo dieting?
a history of it can predict a person's susceptibility to gaining weight in the future
causes of symptoms bulimia
adopt dieting behaviors or body dissatifications displayed by parents families are controlling & emotionally unsupportive dieting & arguments & criticism of body shape
treatment of anorexia nervosa
congnitive therapy psychotherapy supplements antidepressants hospitalization
treatment of bulimia
plans meals & snacks: requires utensils & record them refrain from: finger foods & "dieting" or skipping meals
What is weight cycling?
repeated rounds of weight loss & weight gain * another term for "yo-yo" dieting; same thing*
What are the criteria for diagnosis of binge-eating disorder?
several stages: .anticipation & planning .anxiety .urgency to binge .rapid & uncontrollable consumption .relief & relaxation disappointment & finally: shame
What are causes of eating disorders?
sociocultural, psychological, hereditary, possibly genetic & neurochemical & the media
State behavior techniques or strategies that people can use to help with a weight-loss program.
support groups through orgainzations such as: Take off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) & Weight watchers Support through internet communities (weight loss education, counseling) program apps on cell phone
Define gastric bypass
surgeon constructs a small stomach pouch & creates an outlet directly to the lower intestine
Define "yo-yo" dieting
the continuous cycle of losing & gaining weight
What is the relationship of fat loss to exercise and dieting?
the most successful weight losers include physical activity maintain weight
what causes anorexia nervosa?
there's no certain cause