Deck 7: Weight Management: Overweight and Underweight

Question 1

Which of the following is the best example of the link between food behavior and emotions?

A)someone who eats fast food for lunch every day
B)someone who would rather sit home and eat than ask a friend to go to a movie and risk rejection
C)someone who always eats popcorn while watching a movie
D)a pregnant women who craves pickles

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Most obese people have leptin deficiency.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

On a sensible weight-control program, meals and snacks should include whole-grain foods and fiber-rich vegetables.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Genetics alone determines a person's susceptibility to obesity.

Question 5

food contributes to obesity because it generally provides:

A)nutrient-dense foods.
B)smaller portions.
C)plenty of low-kcalorie choices.
D)large portions and energy-dense foods.

Question 6

Ghrelin is a hormone produced in the stomach that acts much like leptin.

Question 7

_____ is an amphetamine-like substance once available over the counter for weight loss that was banned by the FDA due to many ill effects reported by consumers.

A)Ephedrine
B)Pyruvate
C)Chitosan
D)Yohimbe

Question 8

theory that the body tends to maintain a certain weight by means of its own internal controls is referred to as the _____ theory.

A)environmental stimuli
B)genetics
C)learned behavior
D)set-point

Question 9

In lean people adipose tissue tends to secrete higher amounts of adiponectin than it does in obese people.

Question 10

_____ is a hormone produced by the stomach cells that promotes positive energy balance by stimulating appetite and promoting efficient energy storage.

A)Insulin
B)Leptin
C)Ghrelin
D)Yohimbe

Question 11

The psychological desire to eat is referred to as:

A)satiety.
B)appetite.
C)hunger.
D)obesity.

Question 12

The development of excess fat cells is most likely to occur:

A)when you eat a large breakfast.
B)during late childhood and early puberty.
C)if you are inactive.
D)around the age of 40.

Question 13

Some research indicates that obese people have much more lipoprotein lipase activity in their fat cells than lean people do.

Question 14

Which of the following is not an environmental stimulus that contributes to obesity?

A)the abundance of food available
B)an increase in portion sizes
C)energy-dense fast food
D)the year-round availability of fresh fruits and vegetables

Question 15

Genetics influences the way the body consumes, stores, and spends energy.

Question 16

Television and sedentary video and computer entertainment contribute to obesity because they have mostly replaced outdoor activity for many people.

Question 17

There is no such thing as cellulite.

Question 18

Susie has been overweight for many years.She tends to eat when she is not really hungry and eats more food when she is angry or depressed.Which of the following theories could explain Susie's problem of overweight?

A)lipoprotein lipase
B)set-point theory
C)learned behavior
D)genetics

Question 19

Health-promoting built environments may result in a healthier and leaner population.

Question 20

question of whether a person should lose weight depends on all of the following except:

A)the extent of overweight.
B)age.
C)health.
D)basal metabolic rate.

Question 21

_____ is a prescription drug that works on the brain's neurotransmitters to suppress appetite.

A)Orlistat
B)Sibutramine
C)Olestra
D)Xenical

Question 22

Weight-loss surgeries:

A)reduce the capacity of the stomach.
B)are dangerous and should be avoided.
C)have no complications.
D)worsen existing health conditions associated with obesity.

Question 23

_____ is a prescription drug used to treat obesity that reduces the absorption of fat.

A)Orlistat
B)Sibutramine
C)Olestra
D)Meridia

Question 24

Which food has the lowest energy density?

A)15 fresh grapes
B)½ cup rice
C)½ cup ice cream
D)16 baked chips

Question 25

Complications from weight-loss surgery include all of the following except:

A)infections.
B)nutritional deficiencies.
C)the development of diabetes.
D)psychological problems.

Question 26

The secret to safe and permanent weight loss is a sensible approach involving:

A)physical activity and a healthy, low-kcalorie diet.
B)hormones and diet pills.
C)a very-low-kcalorie diet combined with excessive exercise.
D)herbal supplements and a low-kcalorie diet.

Question 27

In order to lose one pound per week, you would need to reduce your food intake by _____ kcalories per day.

A)100
B)250
C)500
D)1000

Question 28

Nutritional adequacy is difficult to achieve on fewer than _____ kcalories a day.

A)1000
B)1200
C)1500
D)1700

Question 29

appropriate food to consume before a meal to increase one's feeling of fullness is:

A)a cup of cream of chicken soup.
B)an unbuttered roll.
C)a cup of vegetable soup.
D)a breadstick dipped in olive oil.

Question 30

currently weighs 180 pounds and has asked to be placed on a weight-loss diet to allow her to lose two pounds a week.You tell Jill that she must cut _____ kcalories/day in order to achieve this goal.

A)500
B)700
C)1000
D)1200

Question 31

long-term safety and effectiveness of gastric surgery depend largely on:

A)compliance with dietary instructions.
B)avoidance of all fats.
C)following recommended food combining patterns.
D)regular monitoring of blood glucose levels.

Question 32

surgical approach to weight loss can often be justified in cases of:

A)BMI 25-30.
B)uncontrolled diabetes.
C)clinically severe obesity.
D)peptic ulcer disease.

Question 33

Sarah is trying to lose 10 pounds.Which of the following would you suggest?

A)Reduce your kcalorie intake by 100-200 kcalories a day and engage in 15 minutes of exercise per day.
B)Ask your physician for a prescription for orlistat.
C)Replace two meals a day with a bowl of cereal.
D)Reduce your kcalorie intake by 300-500 kcalories a day and engage in at least 250 minutes of physical activity per week.

Question 34

Severe kcalorie restriction and rapid weight loss can result in all of the following except:

A)excessive loss of lean tissue.
B)a lower basal metabolism.
C)rapid regain of weight.
D)excessive loss of fat tissue.

Question 35

average U.S.diet delivers an estimated _____ kcalories a day from sweetened beverages.

A)50-75
B)75-150
C)160-185
D)190-225

Question 36

Which of the following statements is true regarding weight loss?

A)Laxatives promote weight loss.
B)Hot baths speed up metabolism.
C)Grapefruit juice melts body fat.
D)Unwise weight-loss techniques can be dangerous.

Question 37

a sensible weight-loss plan, the nutrient from which most kcalories should be consumed is:

A)carbohydrate.
B)fat.
C)protein.
D)vitamins.

Question 38

Compared to refined foods, high-fiber, unprocessed, or lightly processed foods aid in weight loss because they provide:

A)less absorption, resulting in fewer kcalories.
B)a faster transit time through the intestinal tract.
C)the same number of kcalories in a larger amount of food.
D)bulk and satiety for fewer kcalories.

Question 39

Women following a weight-loss diet may need supplements of _____.

A)amino acids and/or essential fatty acids
B)iron and/or calcium
C)sodium and/or potassium
D)vitamin C and/or calcium

Question 40

Donna currently weighs 160 pounds.How many kcalories should Donna consume daily in order to lose weight while also meeting her nutritional needs?

A)1200
B)1600
C)1800
D)2000

Question 41

Quite simply, the key to weight loss is:

A)combining foods correctly at meals.
B)not eating desserts.
C)eating less carbohydrate.
D)consuming fewer kcalories.

Question 42

The benefits of physical activity include all of the following except:

A)it speeds up basal metabolism.
B)it reduces abdominal obesity.
C)it lowers basal metabolism.
D)it may help to counteract the negative effects of excess body weight on health.

Question 43

benefits of regular physical activity in weight loss include all of the following except:

A)appetite control.
B)a long-term increase in basal metabolism.
C)stress reduction.
D)loss of lean body mass.

Question 44

someone who is trying to gain weight, an easy way to add kcalories is to:

A)drink a lot of water.
B)increase consumption of caloric beverages.
C)use fat-free salad dressings freely.
D)add more salt to food.

Question 45

James is trying to gain weight.Which of the following would you suggest to help James with his goal?

A)Choose milkshakes instead of milk.
B)Drink black coffee.
C)Skip beverages.
D)Skip dessert.

Question 46

American College of Sports Medicine recommends _____ minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week for weight gain prevention.

A)60
B)90
C)120
D)150

Question 47

Despite claims that each new fad diet is different and offers a new approach to weight loss, most fad diets

A)cut kcalories.
B)eliminate animal foods.
C)encourage skipping meals.
D)are individualized.

Question 48

the fat diets compared in the textbook, which one comes closest to meeting dietary standards for health?

A)Ornish Diet
B)Atkins Diet
C)Sonoma Diet
D)Cheater's Diet

Question 49

Which of the following statements is true regarding fad diets?

A)They are based on credible scientific research.
B)The FDA requires proof that they work and are safe.
C)They usually offer distorted bits of legitimate research, which makes them sound feasible.
D)Scientists have overlooked the obvious facts and a lay person has figured out the key to successful weight loss.

Question 50

Lucie is practicing good cognitive skills for weight loss when she tells herself:

A)"I shouldn't have eaten that ice cream yesterday...no wonder I'm fat."
B)"I was able to walk on the treadmill 15 minutes longer today than I could 2 weeks ago...my fitness level is improving."
C)"I really, really want to lose weight; I just can't seem to succeed no matter how hard I try."
D)"I need to remember to stop by the grocery store and pick up some more fresh vegetables for salads, and some light vinaigrette."

Question 51

Benefits of physical activity in a weight-control program include:

A)it helps a person to not think about food.
B)it decreases energy expenditure.
C)it speeds up basal metabolism.
D)it helps one "spot reduce."

Question 52

person trying to gain weight should:

A)avoid any form of exercise.
B)eat energy-dense foods.
C)eat faster.
D)consume fewer beverages.

Question 53

best form of physical activity for a person who is trying to lose weight is:

A)running 5 miles at least 3 times a week.
B)walking 2 miles in 30 minutes.
C)a daily workout at the gym.
D)something he or she enjoys and will do regularly.

Question 54

key to preventing weight regain is to:

A)only check weight once a month.
B)avoid thinking thoughts that promote self-efficacy.
C)view weight maintenance as a lifestyle, not a goal.
D)skip breakfast every day.

Question 55

Basal metabolism remains elevated for _____ after intense and prolonged activity.

A)30 minutes
B)1 hour
C)several hours
D)72 hours

Question 56

A good way to begin a safe and effective weight-loss program is to:

A)keep a food and activity diary.
B)reduce energy intake to 800 kcalories per day.
C)start on a Monday.
D)recognize that the feelings of starvation are inevitable.

Question 57

Zachary is trying to gain weight.He complains that he has a hard time eating a lot of food at one meal.You advise him to:

A)eat energy-dense snacks between meals.
B)eat more slowly.
C)drink less water.
D)eat a salad before his meal.

Question 58

minimum number of kcalories provided by a weight-loss diet should be:

A)800.
B)1200.
C)1400.
D)1600.

Question 59

David has a difficult time gaining weight.Your recommendations to him include:

A)"Eat all you want and avoid physical activity."
B)"Limit low-kcalorie foods like fruits and vegetables."
C)"Ask your doctor for a prescription for orlistat."
D)"Consume energy-dense foods and engage in weight training."

Question 60

major drawback of most fad diets is:

A)They promote false information about weight loss.
B)They do not create lifestyle changes to support long-term weight control.
C)They create false hopes among those who try them.
D)They usually require the purchase of dietary supplements.

Question 61

Warning signs of an unsound weight-loss program include:

A)a diet that provides at least 1200 kcalories.
B)recommendations to consume ordinary foods.
C)requirements to purchase their brand of foods/supplements.
D)encouragement to pursue physical activity.