Nutrition and Health

Question 1

Why is BMI an imperfect tool for measuring body composition? Check all that apply.It does not take into account a person’s height.It does not take into account level of fitness.It is not able to indicate disease risk.It may underestimate body fat in some individuals.It does not include a measurement of body weight.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: It does not take into account level of fitness.; C: It is not able to indicate disease risk.; D: It may underestimate body fat in some individuals.

Question 2

What steps could Nadia and her mother take? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: Eat a balanced, nutritious diet.; C: Set healthy personal goals.; D: Begin a regular exercise program.

Question 3

Teenagers should get at least minutes of physical activity every day.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: 60

Question 4

Randy is trying to lose weight, but he wants to lose it fast—in time for his vacation to the beach in a few weeks. He saw a commercial for a new powder that can be added to shakes or coffee to help with weight loss. It comes with a 100% money-back guarantee that he will lose 20 pounds a week! Randy thinks it would be much easier and faster than changing everything he eats and trying to get to the gym. What might be some of the side effects? Check all that apply.increased risk of strokegreater likelihood of depressioninability to regain weightincreased risk of heart attackpossibility of addiction

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: increased risk of stroke; D: increased risk of heart attack; E: possibility of addiction

Question 5

Which statement best summarizes characteristics of eating disorders?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

D: Eating disorders are characterized by dangerously extreme eating behaviors.

Question 6

Which warning signs cause Eric to believe Natalie needs help for an eating disorder? Check all that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: She does not think she is adequate.; D: She consistently refuses to eat.; E: Her weight loss is abnormal.; F: Her ballet training is excessive.

Question 7

Marta enjoys reading magazines on beauty, fashion, and style. However, lately she has begun to compare herself to the models in these publications. She worries that the women in her favorite magazines are prettier than she is. She is particularly concerned that they may be thinner than she is, even though her BMI indicates that she has a small frame for her height. Marta has decided to start a severe diet to lose weight quickly. What are the consequences of media on body image as described in the passage? Check all that apply.inaccurate beliefs about the bodyunrealistic expectations of beautypotential problems with poor hygienea realistic outlook on one's appearancepotential health risks in pursuit of beauty

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: inaccurate beliefs about the body; B: unrealistic expectations of beauty; E: potential health risks in pursuit of beauty

Question 8

What steps can a person take to develop and maintain a healthy body image? Check all that apply.Repeat constructive affirmations.Associate with positive peers.Compare oneself to others.Limit time in front of the mirror.Avoid social situations.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: Repeat constructive affirmations.; B: Associate with positive peers.; D: Limit time in front of the mirror.

Question 9

Teenagers should try to exercise activities throughout the week.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: include bone- and muscle-strengthening

Question 10

Individuals should also find ways to eliminate exercise and healthy eating.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: barriers to

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