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1

Decreasing energy intake by about 400 to 500 kcal per day would mean a loss of about one pound of body fat stores in:
A)2 days.
B)7 days.
C)10 days.
D)14 days.
2

If remaining at rest, an adult would use about how many kcals in a day?
A)500
B)800
C)1400
D)2500
3

A very low calorie diet contains approximately how many calories?
A)300-500
B)1000-1200
C)400-800
D)1300-1500
4

Which if the following is true about obesity in North America?
A)Sixty percent of adults are overweight and 40% of these people are obese.
B)Obesity is on the decline.
C)Ninety percent of adults consume only as many calories as they need.
D)Seventy-five percent of North Americans have more lean body mass than adipose tissue.
5

The difficulty in losing weight and the tendency for dieters to regain weight both support the concept of:
A)set-point.
B)nature.
C)nurture.
D)prevention.
6

Thermic effect of food represents the energy cost of:
A)chewing food.
B)peristalsis.
C)basal metabolism.
D)digesting, absorbing, and packaging nutrients.
7

A significant health hazard from obesity is:
A)ulcers.
B)diverticulosis.
C)type 2 diabetes
D)emphysema
8

A well-designed diet should:
A)increase physical activity.
B)alter problem behaviors.
C)reduce energy intake.
D)all of the above.
9

The best foods to consume when trying to lose weight should contain some dietary fiber and minimal calories. These are:
A)protein.
B)complex carbohydrates.
C)fat.
D)none of the above.
10

What percentage of a day's total energy need is used for digesting, absorbing, transporting, and storing nutrients?
A)1% to 3%
B)5% to 10%
C)25% to 40%
D)20% to 30%
11

The type of fat distribution is generally difficult to lose but is not as risky for chronic diseases.
A)lower-body obesity
B)upper-body obesity
C)appendicular
D)none of the above
12

An example of a behavior modification technique for weight control is:
A)always clean your plate when you eat.
B)have someone criticize you if you overeat.
C)feel guilty after you overeat.
D)keep a record of your eating habits so you can see what situations cause you to overeat.
13

Probably the most important reason for obesity today in North America is:
A)set-point problems.
B)genetic selection.
C)"eating on the run".
D)inactivity.
14

Problems encountered with the use of drugs to lose weight include:
A)medication may produce serious side effects.
B)many medications induce the loss of body fluid but not body fat.
C)medications do not lead to permanent changes in eating habits.
D)all of the above.
15

A general weight reduction diet should contain no less than:
A)600 to 800 kcal per day.
B)1200 to 1500 kcal per day.
C)1500 to 1800 kcal per day.
D)2000 to 2200 kcal per day.
16

People on weight reduction diets should minimize choices from:
A)high-fat foods.
B)breads and rolls.
C)potatoes.
D)meat.
17

A weight reduction program can be considered successful only when the weight loss:
A)is done without harming one's health.
B)is maintained permanently.
C)includes loss of body fat, body protein, and body water.
D)A and B.
18

A reliable approach for weight loss is to:
A)reduce daily energy intake and increase energy expenditure.
B)avoid foods containing carbohydrates.
C)greatly increase protein intake to prevent body protein loss.
D)cut down on water intake.
19

What is usually the major factor that explains variability in the energy needs of two healthy men of similar age and size?
A)brown adipose tissue metabolism
B)basal metabolism
C)physical activity
D)type of diet consumed
20

Which of the following foods often is high in fat?
A)1% milk
B)bread
C)meat
D)fruits
21

Which of the following is not included in medications for weight loss?
A)sibutramine
B)diuretics
C)orlistat
D)certain amphetamines
22

A major problem with a very low-fat diet is:
A)essential fatty acid deficiency.
B)relative lack of satiety.
C)too little dietary fiber.
D)too much linoleic acid.
23

Initial weight loss on a fad diet is often:
A)water, glycogen, and lean tissue.
B)abdominal fat.
C)sex-specific fat.
D)edema.
24

Behavior modification in obesity treatment includes:
A)following the physician's orders to the letter.
B)understanding and correcting poor dietary habits.
C)very low calorie diets.
D)gastric bypass surgery.
25

The intent of gastroplasty (stomach stapling) is to:
A)limit stomach volume.
B)speed transit time.
C)limit ability for absorption.
D)prevent snacking.







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