nutrition test 3 questions
the thermic effect of food contributes ________ of the total kcals expended a. 10% b. 50-60% c. 20-35% d. 80%
a. 10%
a BMI of less than ______ is considered underweight a. 18.5 b. 21.5 c. 25 d. 28
a. 18.5
the weight loss drug that prevents fat from being absorbed by the small intestine is a. Orlistat b. Lorcaserin c. Ephedra d. Meridia
a. Orlistat
what is a healthy weight? a. a body weight that doesn't increase the risk of developing any weight related health problems or diseases b. a weight at which a person feels good about themselves c. a weight which is within 20 pounds of a "normal" BMI d. none of the above
a. a body weight that doesn't increase the risk of developing any weight related health problems or diseases
the body's adjustment of heat production to environmental changes such as temp or stress levels is an example of a. adaptive thermogenesis b. thermic effect of food c. basal metabolic rate d. non exercise activity thermogenesis
a. adaptive thermogenesis
After eating a complete dinner, the desire for a piece of chocolate cake is an example of a. appetite b. hunger c. satiety d. satiation
a. appetite
Which of the following meals has the largest effect on satiety and helps reduce the intake of food? a. caesar salad with salmon b. two donuts c. a glass of orange juice d. a bag of potato chips
a. caesar salad with salmon
what macronutrients should be consumed within the first 2 hours after exercise? a. carbs and protein b. carbs and fat c. fat and protein
a. carbs and protein
the primary source of fuel for the body during high intensity exercise is a. carbs b. protein c. fat d. alcohol
a. carbs*
the component of fitness that allows individuals to sustain exercise for a longer period of time is a. cardiorespiratory endurance b. muscular strength c. muscular endurance d. flexibility e. body composition
a. cardiorespiratory endurance
Strength training is associated with improving all of these EXCEPT your a. cardiorespiratory endurance and your cardiovascular system b. muscle strength c. muscle endurance d. body composition
a. cardiorespiratory endurance and your cardiovascular system
after a large meal of pasta and tomato sauce, the stomach is distended. which hormone is released because of the distention of the stomach? a. cholecystokinin b. insulin c. ghrelin d. leptin
a. cholecystokinin
which dietary factor increases the thermic effect of food? a. consuming a high protein meal b. consuming a high fat meal c. consuming a high fiber meal d. consuming alcohol in a warm environment
a. consuming a high protein meal
the measures the energy expended by the body, obtained by assessing heat loss a. direct calorimetry b. indirect calorimetry c. estimated energy requirement d. Harris-Benedict equation
a. direct calorimetry
Which of the following is an environmental factor influencing the weight of Americans? a. easy access to a variety of foods b. little access to fresh vegetables c. lack of FDA guidelines d. lack of nutritional information on food products
a. easy access to a variety of foods
Individuals likely to benefit the most from carbohydrate loading are those who participate in a. endurance events or exercise that lasts more than 90 minutes b. speed events or exercise of short duration c. strength training events d. high intensity exercise that lasts for about one hour
a. endurance events or exercise that lasts more than 90 minutes
the average calorie intake that is needed to maintain energy balance based on one's height, weight, gender, and physical activity is known as a. estimated energy requirement (EER) b. basal metabolic rate (BMR) c. non exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) d. thermic effect of food (TEF)
a. estimated energy requirement (EER)
how does regular exercise improve body composition? a. generally, people who exercise have less abdominal fat b. generally, people who exercise eat more vegetables c. it doesn't really d. it redistributes the body fat to the hips and thighs
a. generally, people who exercise have less abdominal fat
Which of the following is NOT an environmental factor that can increase appetite and/or decrease physical activity? a. genetics b. portion distortion c. an abundant food supply d. lack of time
a. genetics
which of the following can increase the risk of becoming overweight? a. having a parent who is obese b. consuming more meals at home than dining out c. reducing the amounts of "screen time" during the day d. decreasing the size of your food portions at meals
a. having a parent who is obese
a person's BMI is a calculation of body weight in relationship to a. height b. age c. gender d. health
a. height
a pregame meal should be a. high in carb, low in fat b. high in carb and high in fat c. low in carb, high in fat d. low in protein, high in fat
a. high in carb, low in fat
The increase in the size of an adipocyte when it fills with fat is known as... a. hypertrophy b. hyperplasia c. hyperkeratosis d. hyponatremia
a. hypertrophy
research has shown that moderate physical activity reduces the chance of CVD. in what two ways does this occur? a. it lower blood pressure and increases high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL) b. it increases high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL) and decreases appetite c. it decreases appetite and encourages healthy food choices d. it lowers blood pressure and encourages healthy food choices
a. it lowers blood pressure and increases high density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL)
which of the following statements is true? a. lean body mass is more metabolically active than fat tissue b. women generally have less essential fat than men c. nicotine depresses the BMR d. african americans have BMRs that are about 10% higher than caucasians
a. lean body mass is more metabolically active than fat tissue
if a woman's estimated energy need were 1800 kcals per day and she regularly consumed 1400 kcals per day, she would... a. lose weight b. gain weight c. maintain weight d. get sick
a. lose weight
which of the following weight loss medications may stimulate thermogenesis a. meridia b. xenical c. alli d. lorcaserin
a. meridia
the greatest disadvantage for using weight loss drugs to induce weight loss is a. negative side effects b. the chance that weight won't be lost c. extra cost for the drugs d. the need for medical supervision
a. negative side effects
being underweight increases the risk of developing which of the following conditions? a. osteoporosis b. slurred speech c. irregular gait d. severe headache
a. osteoporosis
what are the top three signs of heat exhaustion? a. profuse sweating, fatigue, and thirst b. nausea, vomiting, and dizziness c. rapid pulse, confusion, and hyperventilation
a. profuse sweating, fatigue, thirst
a commercial sports drink might be beneficial because it a. provides electrolytes and carbs, and contributes to hydration b. is marketed to everyone, not just athletes c. typically contains 12-16% carbs d. hydrates better than fruit juice and soft drinks
a. provides electrolytes and carbs, and contributes to hydration
The best types of carbohydrate to eat during or immediately after exercise are a. simple carbs such as sports drinks, fruit, and bagels b. complex carbs such as whole grain bread, pasta, and oatmeal c. high fiber, whole grain foods d. the type of carbs you does not matter
a. simple carbs such as sports drinks, fruit, and bagels
Cardiorespiratory endurance is the ability to a. sustain cardiorespiratory exercise, such as running and biking, for an extended length of time b. exert force over a long period of time without fatigue c. maintain an even heart rate throughout both low and high endurance activities d. produce force for a brief period of time
a. sustain cardiorespiratory exercise, such as running and biking, for an extended length of time
weight loss occurs after gastric bypass surgery because a. the stomach size is reduced and the person cannot eat big meals b. the stomach is expanded and the food moves more slowly c. the small intestine is removed and there is no absorption of nutrients d. the intestine is reversed and food is not digested
a. the stomach size is reduced and the person cannot eat big meals
the two regions of the brain that control eating behaviors are a. ventromedial nucleus and hypothalamus b. hypothalamus and cerebellum c. medulla and cerebellum d. ventromedial nucleus and medulla
a. ventromedial nucleus and hypothalamus
If a person were to lose 7 pounds in seven days, the majority of his or her weight loss would be a. water loss b. bone loss c. fat loss d. muscle loss
a. water loss
those who primarily participate in resistance and strength activities may need to consume as much protein as a. 1.2 to 1.5 grams per kg of body weight b. 1.6 to 1.7 grams per kg of body weight c. 1.8 grams per kg of body weight d. 2.0 grams per kg of body weight
b. 1.6 to 1.7 grams per kilogram of body weight
A recommended amount of weight loss over a six-month period is __________. a. at least 50 pounds b. 10% c. 25% d. not more than 10 pounds
b. 10%
how much fluid should an athlete consume after finishing exercise? a. 4 cups b. 2-3 cups for every pound of body weight lost c. 2-8 cups for every pound of body weight lost d. 1/2 to 1 cup every 15 mins after exercise has stopped
b. 2-3 cups for every pound of body weight lost
Mark consumed 3000 kcals yesterday. about how many kcals will be expended as the thermic effect of food? a. 30 kcals b. 300 kcals c. 600 kcals d. 1500 kcals
b. 300 kcals
a waist circumference greater than _____ inches in women is associated with higher risk of heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension a. 25 b. 35 c. 40 d. 50
b. 35
will's breakfast contains 525 kcals. how many kcals will he expend (TEF) to process this meal? a. 5-10 kcals b. 50-100 kcals c. 125-150 kcals d. 150-175 kcals
b. 50-100 kcals
In order to help with weight loss and prevent weight gain, it is advised to devote __________ minutes daily to moderate-intensity activity. a. 90-120 b. 60-90 c. 10-20 d. more than 120
b. 60-90
if a woman consumed an extra 500 kcals a day over her estimated needs, how long would it take her to gain 1 pound a. 2 days b. 7 days c. 14 days d. 30 days
b. 7 days
which of the following is NOT one of the role's Leptin plays in regulating food intake? a. decreases feelings of hunger b. activates lipoprotein lipase c. regulates fat storage d. increases hunger when fat cells shrink with weight loss
b. activates lipoprotein lipase
the hormone that is secreted by the adipocytes that functions to enhance energy expenditure and the body's response to insulin is a. leptin b. adiponectin c. adipokines d. neuropeptide Y
b. adiponectin
the amount of energy expended by the body to meet its basic physiological needs is known as a. resting metabolism b. basal metabolic rate c. the thermal effect
b. basal metabolic rate
Focusing on changing eating behaviors that contribute to weight gain is known as a. nutrigenomics b. behavior modification c. set point theory d. satiation
b. behavior modification
what process does fat undergo in order to be converted to a useable form of energy a. gluconeogenesis b. beta oxidation c. the krebs cycle d. glycogenolysis
b. beta oxidation
the kcals in foods are measured using a a.indirect calorimeter b. bomb calorimeter c. bioelectrical impedance analysis d. metabolizer
b. bomb calorimeter
fat cells that have more mitochondria and less stored fat are called a. white adipocytes b. brown adipocytes c. central adipocytes d. visceral adipocytes
b. brown adipocytes
_____ is the eating disorder characterized by consuming large quantities of food and then purging through vomiting, laxative and diuretic use, and/or excessive physical exercise a. binge eating disorder b. bulimia nervosa c. anorexia nervosa d. night eating syndrome
b. bulimia nervosa
which of the following is one of the 5 components of physical fitness? a. hydration b. cardiorespiratory endurance c. stress d. body mass index
b. cardiorespiratory endurance
which of the following lifestyle changes promotes the greatest weight loss? a. diet only b. diet and exercise c. exercise only d. diet, exercise, and quitting smoking
b. diet and exercise
which factors determine the rate in which glycogen is used by the muscle? a. type of exercise and flexibility b. duration and intensity of the exercise c. individual's weight and muscular strength d. the amount of glycogen in the liver and glucose in the bloodstream
b. duration and intensity of the exercise
The term __________ describes the changes in gene activity and gene expression that occur without changing the DNA sequence itself. a. gene environment interaction b. epigenetics c. genetic mutation d. nutritional genomics
b. epigenetics
an ineffective method to lose weight or maintain weight is a. daily exercise b. fad diets c. portion control d. increased fruit and vegetable consumption
b. fad diets
which medical approach to weight has been shown to result in the greatest weight loss and keeping the weight off over time? a. gastric banding b. gastric bypass surgery c. weight loss drugs d. very low kcalorie liquid meal plans
b. gastric bypass surgery
which of the following is an example of how genetics influences weight management? a. weight status of the parents has no influence on the weight status of their children b. genetics influences the regulation and function of hormones such as leptin and ghrelin c. females are more likely to participate in NEAT d. genetics has no effect on a persons metabolism
b. genetics influences the regulation and function of hormones such as leptin and ghrelin
Acromegaly can be caused by the abuse of which ergogenic aid? a. anabolic steroids b. growth hormone c. creatine d. erythropoietin
b. growth hormone
android obesity... a. is more common in females than males b. increases risk for heart disease c. decreases risk of diabetes d. is due to the fat being stored in the hips and thighs
b. increases risk for heart disease
what is a limitation of using BMI to assess weight status? a. it is influenced by hydration status b. individuals with high muscle mass may be classified as overweight or obese c. it is only useful to determine disease risk
b. individuals with high muscle mass may be classified as overweight or obese
The weight-loss medication Xenical works by... a. suppressing appetite b. inhibiting fat absorption c. increasing satiety d. increasing metabolism
b. inhibiting fat absorption
Cardiorespiratory exercise usually involves continuous activities that use a. weights and resistance training b. large muscle groups under aerobic conditions c. small muscle groups under anaerobic conditions d. a high number of repetitions using lighter resistance
b. large muscle groups under aerobic conditions
the section of the hypothalamus that controls hunger is called the a. ventromedial nucleus b. lateral hypothalamus c. hippocampus d. pituitary gland
b. lateral hypothalamus
an individual who performs a low number of repetitions with heavier weights and longer rest periods is improving their a. cardiorespiratory endurance b. muscular strength c. muscular endurance d. flexibility
b. muscular strength
Kyle has a BMI of 27. He is considered a. underweight b. overweight c. at a healthy weight d. obese
b. overweight
a person whose energy intake is greater than his or her energy expenditure is in a. negative energy balance b. positive energy balance c. zero energy balance d. adaptive thermogenesis
b. positive energy balance
when energy intake is greater than energy expended, the result is a. negative energy balance b. positive energy balance c. energy equilibrium
b. positive energy balance
what is the best dietary approach to losing weight? a. eliminate all carbohydrates from the diet b. reduce kcal intake and increase energy expenditure through physical activity c. consume foods high in both protein and fat to stimulate satiety d. limit fat intake to less than 5 grams per day
b. reduce kcal intake and increase energy expenditure through physical activity
central or android obesity refers to a. the excess accumulation of fat around the hips and thighs b. the excess accumulation of fat in the abdomen c. the excess accumulation of fat in the arms and legs d. the excess accumulation of subcutaneous fat
b. the excess accumulation of fat in the abdomen
With regard to fitness, the term intensity means a. how serious you are about the activity b. the level of difficulty (low, medium, high) at which you perform an activity c. how long you performed the activity d. none of these are correct
b. the level of difficulty (low, medium, high) at which you perform an activity
fat surrounding the vital organs within the abdomen is called a. subcutaneous fat b. visceral fat c. brown adipose tissue d. cellulite
b. visceral fat
individuals who have had gastric bypass surgery require supplementation of the nutrients a. folate, thiamin, and vitamin B6 b. vitamin B12, iron, and calcium c. selenium, vitamin C, and riboflavin d. iodine, iron, and phosphorus
b. vitamin B12, iron, and calcium
what is the RDA for protein for the average adult a. 0.5 grams per kg of body weight b. 0.7 grams per kg of body weight c. 0.8 grams per kg of body weight d. 1.0 grams per kg of body weight
c. 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weigh
the percentage of body fat needed for good health in men is... a. zero percent b. less than 3 percent c. 10 to 20 percent d. more than 20 percent
c. 10 to 20 percent
what is the recommendation for carb consumption for exercise lasting over 2 hours? a. 10-15 grams every 30 mins b. 20-30 grams every hour c. 30-60 grams every 15-20 mins d. 50-55 grams every 45 mins
c. 30-60 grams every 15-20 mins
in order to lose 1 pound of body weight, one must burn _____ kcals a. 1000 b. 2500 c. 3500 d. 5000
c. 3500
approximately what percentage of daily intake should come from carbs? a. 25-40% b. 35-45% c. 45-65% d. 70-75%
c. 45-65%
what are the current exercise recommendations for weight management and weight loss, respectively? a. 30 mins; 60 mins b. 45 mins; 60 mins c. 60 mins; 90 mins d. 90 mins; 120 mins
c. 60 mins; 90 mins
today the percentage of US adults who are overweight and obese are a. 24% overweight and 76% obese b. 55% overweight and 45% obese c. 67% overweight and 33% obese d. 90% overweight and 10% obese
c. 67% overweight and 33% obese
which of the following individuals is at highest risk of developing heart disease and hypertension a. a man with BMI of 24 b. a woman with gynoid obesity c. a man with a waist circumference of 42 inches d. a woman with a waist circumference of 30 inches
c. a man with a waist circumference of 42 inches
mary ellen was obese and lost 30 pounds during the last year by eating a well balanced, kcal reduced diet and being physically active daily. to maintain her weight loss, she should continue to eat a healthy diet, monitor her eating behaviors, and a. accumulate 30 mins of physical activity 3 times a week b. accumulate 45 mins of physical activity 3 times a week c. accumulate at least 60 mins of physical activity daily d. accumulate more than 2 hours of physical activity daily
c. accumulate at least 60 mins of physical activity daily
Which of the following foods would provide the greatest satiety? a. carrot sticks b. an orange c. an egg d. a donut
c. an egg
the desire to eat food whether or not there is a physical hunger is called a. satiety b. hunger c. appetite
c. appetite
which of the following is NOT recommended to help an individual who is trying to gain weight? a. increase their energy intake by 500 kcals b. eat nutrient dense foods c. avoid exercising d. include foods high in healthy fats
c. avoid exercising
of all the forms of energy expenditure, which of the following expends the most energy? a. thermic effect of food b. thermic effect of exercise c. basal metabolic rate
c. basal metabolic rate
the disorder that is characterized by recurrent episodes of binge eating without purging is known as a. anorexia nervosa b. orthorexia c. binge eating disorder d. bulimia nervosa
c. binge eating disorder
which method of assessing body composition is influenced by hydration status? a. BodPod b. hydrostatic weighing c. bioelectrical impedance analysis d. DEXA
c. bioelectrical impedance analysis
what is the best use of dietary protein in the athletes diet? a. generating ATP during anaerobic exercise b. generating ATP during aerobic exercise c. building and repairing muscle d. providing energy during endurance exercise
c. building and repairing muscle
endurance performance can be improved by using the ergogenic aid a. creatine monohydrate b. sodium bicarbonate c. caffeine d. amino acid supplements
c. caffeine
What is the primary energy source during high-intensity exercise? a. fat b. protein c. carbs d. lactate
c. carbs
During low-intensity activity, your body obtains most of its energy from a. muscle glycogen b. muscle protein c. fatty acids d. liver glycogen
c. fatty acids
individuals who are obese are likely to a. have high self esteem b. get job promotions over their peers c. have drug and alcohol related problems d. have more financial security and earn more money
c. have drug and alcohol related problems
a pregame meal should be a. low in protein, high in fat b. low in carbs, high in fat c. high in carbs, low in fat d. high in carbs, high in fat
c. high in carbs, low in fat
a method used to determine the body fat percentage by weighing a person in water is called a. air displacement b. bioelectrical impedance analysis c. hydrostatic weighing d. dual energy xray absorptiometry
c. hydrostatic weighing
The condition that occurs when too much water is consumed or too much sodium is lost in sweating, resulting in abnormally low levels of sodium in the blood is called a. chronic dehydration b. hypoglycemia c. hyponatremia d. acute dehydration
c. hyponatremia
individuals should participate in regular exercise because it... a. increases stress b. disrupts regular sleep patterns c. improves the immune system d. increases the risk for injury
c. improves the immune system
measuring the amount of oxygen consumed and carbon dioxide produced to calculate energy expenditure is known as a. DEXA b. displacement plethysmography c. indirect calorimetry d. BMI calculation
c. indirect calorimetry
what two minerals are of concern with intense exercise? a. selenium and zinc b. zinc and iron c. iron and calcium d. calcium and selenium
c. iron and calcium
a benefit to declaring obesity as a disease is a. increasing the sales of weight loss drugs b. providing a reason for why individuals are obese c. it may make it easier to obtain insurance coverage for treatment d. costs to treat obesity will increase
c. it may make it easier to obtain insurance coverage for treatment
which of the following surgical procedures can be reversed? a. gastric bypass surgery b. bariatric surgery c. laparoscopic gastric banding d. all of these surgical procedures are easily reversible
c. laparoscopic gastric banding
which part of the brain is responsible for the control of hunger? a. pons b. cerebral cortex c. lateral hypothalamus d. ventromedial hypothalamus
c. lateral hypothalamus
anorexia nervosa is characterized by severe weight loss and self-starvation. one of the most dangerous consequences of this eating disorder is a. low albumin b. elevated blood glucose c. low blood potassium d. increased dehydration
c. low blood potassium
an appropriate exercise recovery beverage would be a. a soft drink b. coffee c. low fat chocolate milk d. orange juice
c. low fat chocolate milk
If you are able to do 100 consecutive push-ups without taking a break, you are exhibiting great a. flexibility b. muscle strength c. muscle endurance d. cardiorespiratory endurance
c. muscle endurance
_______ is the ability to exert force over a long period of time without fatigue. cheerleaders and ballet dancers demonstrate this type of strength a. cardiorespiratory endurance b. muscular strength c. muscular endurance d. flexibility e. body composition
c. muscular endurance
a man with a body mass index of 23 is considered a. underweight b. overweight c. of normal weight d. obese
c. of normal weight
a common trait of people with eating disorders is a. a positive body image a. a laid back attitude c. perfectionism d. high self esteem
c. perfectionism
gradually increasing the exercise demands on the body is called a. cardiorespiratory endurance b. VO2max c. progressive overload d. hypertrophy
c. progressive overload
What seems to be a key factor for a successful, high-adherence weight-loss process? a. meals that contain very small portions b. a diet very low in fiber c. satisfying, appropriately portioned diet d. drastic cut of kcals
c. satisfying, appropriately portioned diet
a weight control theory states that each individual has a genetically established body weight; any deviation from this point will stimulate changes in body metabolism to reestablish the normal weight. this is known as a. weight point b. equilibrium weight c. set point d. weight cycling
c. set point
what is the role of ghrelin in the body? a. stimulate satiety b. stimulate appetite c. stimulate hunger d. stimulate appetite and LPL activity
c. stimulate hunger
which of these is NOT a component of physical fitness? a. body composition b. cardiorespiratory endurance c. stress d. muscle strength
c. stress
What was the result when researchers tested the effects of isocaloric diets that contain either high carbohydrate/low fat or high protein/high fat on weight loss? a. The high protein/high fat diet resulted in greater weight loss. b. Weight loss did not occur. c. The weight loss was similar. d. The high carbohydrate/low fat diet resulted in greater weight loss.
c. the weight loss was similar
the Harris-Benedict Equation is a formula that determines a. adaptive thermogenesis b. body fat percentage c. total daily energy expenditure d. thermic effect of food
c. total daily energy expenditure
the 2 vitamins that may help prevent free radical damage cause by exercise are a. vitamins C and D b. thiamin and vitamin E c. vitamins C and E d. riboflavin and folate
c. vitamins C and E
which of the following does NOT contribute to the "energy in" part of the energy balance equation? a. carbohydrates b. alcohol c. water d. fat
c. water
maintaining body weight within a healthy range is known as a. dieting b. weight training c. weight management d. disordered eating
c. weight management
waist circumference is an easy way to assess body composition. women and men are at increased health risk if their waist measurements are what? a. women < 25 in; men < 35 in b. women > 25 in; men > 35 in c. women > 35 in; men > 40 in d. women < 35 in; men > 40 in
c. women > 35 in; men > 40 in
for most adults, BMR accounts for _________ percent of the total daily energy expenditure a. 15 b. 30 c. 50 d. 60
d. 60
what percentage of the overweight population will develop diabetes? a. 30% b. 55% c. 67% d. 80%
d. 80%
a female is considered "overfat" when her body fat percent is a. 3% b. 10-20% c. >30% d. >25%
d. >25%
what foods are good to eat after exercise? a. sports drinks b. energy bars c. caffeine d. a and b e. all of the above
d. a and b sports drinks and energy bars
A commercial sports drink might be beneficial after 60 minutes or more of exercise because it a. contributes to hydration b. provides electrolytes c. provides carbs d. all of the above
d. all of the above
Symptoms of the condition known as the female athlete triad include a. restricted energy intake b. menstrual dysfunction or amenorrhea c. low bone mineral density d. all of the above
d. all of the above
negative energy balance will result in a. loss of glycogen b. muscle loss c. fat loss d. all of the above
d. all of the above
the best post exercise meal should a. be consumed within 30 to 45 mins post exercise b. contain adequate fluid for hydration c. contain carbs and protein in a ratio of approximately 3:1 d. all of the above
d. all of the above
the health benefits of physical activity include a. improved body composition, bone health, immune function, and mental well being b. reduced stress c. a reduced risk of several chronic diseases, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and cancer d. all of the above
d. all of the above
which of the following is NOT an environmental factor associated with obesity? a. lack of time b. portion distortion c. sedentary lifestyle d. altered hormonal status
d. altered hormonal status
which of the following dietary habits will improve satiety? a. eating foods high in protein b. eating foods high in sugar c. eating fruits and vegetables d. both a and c
d. both a and c eating foods high in protein and eating fruits and vegetables
when an individual exercises, the amino acids from dietary protein are used a. to build and repair muscle b. as an energy source c. to replace fat that has been burned d. both a and c
d. both a and c to build and repair muscle to replace fat that has been burned
overweight individuals tend to have higher blood levels of a. triglycerides b. HDLs c. LDLs d. both a and c
d. both a and c triglycerides and LDLs
the hormones that stimulate satiety and are secreted by the small intestine are ______ and ______. a. insulin and glucagon b. leptin and Neuropeptide Y c. leptin and cholecystokinin d. cholecystokinin and Peptide YY
d. cholecystokinin (CKK) and Peptide YY (PYY)
which of the following defines central obesity? a. excess fat storage on the face, arms, and legs b. obesity due to high consumption of fatty foods c. accumulation of fat during the middle years of life d. excess visceral fat storage in the abdominal region
d. excess visceral fat storage in the abdominal region
the body obtains most of its energy from ___________ during low intensity activity a. muscle glycogen b. liver glycogen c. muscle protein d. fatty acids
d. fatty acids
What source of fuel is used by the body during low-intensity exercise? a. glycogen found in skeletal muscle b. protein found in the blood c. glucose found in the bone d. fatty acids stored in adipose tissue
d. fatty acids stored in adipose tissue
without changing eating habits or going to the gym, a person can increase his or her energy expenditure by a. eliminating stressful situations b. adjusting room temp to perfect level c. sleeping longer d. fidgeting while doing homework
d. fidgeting while doing homework
_______ is the range of motion around a joint and is improved with stretching; it also reduces the likelihood of injury during athletics a. cardiorespiratory endurance b. muscular strength c. muscular endurance d. flexibility e. body composition
d. flexibility
the acronym FITT stands for a. focus, intensity, time, training b. fitness, intensity, training, type c. frequency, injury prevention, time, training d. frequency, intensity, time, type
d. frequency, intensity, time, type
Which weight-loss surgery involves the use of a silicone band to reduce the size of the stomach? a. gastric bypass b. gastrectomy c. liposuction d. gastric banding
d. gastric banding
Tami went cycling for 2.5 hours and is very thirsty. which of the following drinks is the most appropriate during her ride? a. water b. coffee c. diet coke d. gatorade e. monster energy drink
d. gatorade
Constant eating throughout the day without allowing for feelings of hunger or fullness is called a. satiety b. satiation c. gorging d. grazing
d. grazing
the method that uses the fact that lean tissue is denser than water to measure body composition is called a. air displacement plethysmography b. bioelectrical impedance analysis c. dual energy X ray absorptiometry d. hydrostatic weighing
d. hydrostatic weighing
Under what conditions will the body use significant amounts of protein for energy during exercise? a. inadequate calorie intake b. inadequate fluid intake c. inadequate carbohydrate stores d. inadequate calorie intake and inadequate carbohydrate stores
d. inadequate calorie intake and inadequate carbohydrate stores
under what conditions does the body use significant amounts of protein for energy during exercise a. inadequate kcal and fluid intake b. inadequate carb and protein stores c. inadequate protein stores and fluid intake d. inadequate kcal intake and carb stores
d. inadequate kcal intake and carb stores
What substance forms in the muscles when glucose is broken down at a high rate and cannot be metabolized into adenosine triphosphate (ATP) as a result of insufficient oxygen? a. creatine phosphate b. glycogen c. antioxidant d. lactate
d. lactate
Which of the following hormones decreases hunger? a. ghrelin b. insulin c. glucagon d. leptin
d. leptin
An appropriate exercise recovery beverage would be a. a soft drink b. orange juice c. coffee d. low fat chocolate milk
d. low fat chocolate milk
eating disorders include all of the following except a. bulimia nervosa b. binge eating disorder c. anorexia nervosa d. night eating syndrome
d. night eating syndrome
Energy that is expended for standing at an office desk, walking to a file cabinet, and other job-related activities is called... a estimated energy requirement (EER) b. thermic effect of food (TEF) c. basal metabolic rate (BMR) d. non exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT)
d. non exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT)
obesity is strongly correlated to several leading causes of death. all of the following are included except a. heart disease b. type 2 diabetes c. cancer d. osteoporosis
d. osteoporosis
All of these statements about enhancing physical fitness are true EXCEPT a. for best results, your recovery snack or meal should occur within 30 to 45 minutes of your workout b. you need weight-resistance training to build muscle mass c. the best recovery snack after your workout is one that will supply both carbohydrates and protein d. protein intake is more important than weight-resistance training to build muscle
d. protein intake is more important than weight-resistance training to build muscle
the feeling of fullness after a meal is known as a. hunger b. bloating c. appetite d. satiety
d. satiety
which of the following factors results in a higher BMR? a. starvation b. greater percentage of body fat c. increased age d. taller stature
d. taller stature
the basal metabolic rate (BMR) refers to a. the amount of energy expended during physical activity b. the amount of energy expended during digestion c. the amount of energy consumed daily d. the amount of energy expended to meet basic physiological needs that enable the organs and cells to function
d. the amount of energy expended to meet basic physiological needs that enable the organs and cells to function
well trained muscles have the ability to store a. an unlimited amount of glycogen b. up to 100 grams of glycogen c. up to 300 grams of glycogen d. up to 500 grams of glycogen
d. up to 500 grams of glycogen
The tip of the Physical Activity Pyramid emphasizes activities that a. moderate- to high-intensity cardiorespiratory activities that should be done three to five times per week b. low- to moderate-intensity activities we should engage in daily c. are harmful, such as failing to stretch before starting an activity d. we should do less of, such as sitting at the computer and watching television
d. we should do less of, such as sitting at the computer and watching tv
which diseases are eliminated in the majority of individuals who have had gastric bypass surgery? a. type 2 diabetes b. type 1 diabetes c. hypertension d. both a and b e. both b and c
e. both b and c *but should be type 2 diabetes and hypertension *said she would just put diabetes and hypertension
which of the following is NOT one of the components of physical fitness? a. cardiorespiratory endurance b. muscular endurance c. flexibility d. body composition e. training
e. training
true or false: athletes should ingest a daily vitamin and mineral supplement to improve their overall exercise performance
false
true or false: exercise helps control blood glucose because it decreases insulin sensitivity, therefore reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes
false
true or false: populations who are genetically prone to being overweight or obese have no control over the amount of weight they will gain in their lifetime
false
true or false: osteoporosis can be prevented through daily weight bearing activity
true
