Chapter 9 Flashcards

1
Q

With weight loss, fat cells:

A

Decrease in size only

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2
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Obesity is caused by:

A

Multiple factors

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3
Q

A real benefit typical of many fad diets:

A

A diet plan

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4
Q

A realistic goal for weight loss is to reduce body weight:

A

By 10 percent over 6 months

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5
Q

A nutritionally sound weight-loss diet might restrict daily energy intake to create a:

A

500-kcalorie-per-day deficit

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6
Q

Successful weight loss depends on:

A

Reducing energy intake and increasing physical activity

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7
Q

Physical activity does NOT help a person to:

A

Lose fat in trouble spots

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8
Q

Gastric bypass surgery:

A

Limits food intake by reducing the capacity of the stomach

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