Achieving Energy Balance and Weight Loss Strategies Quiz

What is a key principle to follow for weight loss strategies?

What happens if kcalorie intake is dropped below ~1500-1800 kcal/day?

What is a proposed way to attain a desirable BMI according to the text?

Explain the recommended dietary changes for achieving energy balance and weight loss strategies according to the text.

What is the proposed way to attain a desirable BMI according to the text?

What are the potential consequences of dropping kcalorie intake below ~1500-1800 kcal/day according to the text?

What are the key principles to follow for weight loss strategies according to the text?

Proposed ways to attain desirable BMI: -increase physical activity to a moderately intense level -e.g., 60 minutes/day walking 6 km (4 miles) per hour -do not ______ energy intake

Dietary Changes -choose smaller portions of lower-fat foods more often -make nutrient-dense food choices -avoid fad diets and “quick fix” herbal or other remedies marketed for weight loss – adequacy, balance, kcalorie control, moderation, and variety are key principles to follow -don’t drop kcalorie intake below ~1500-1800 kcal/day – otherwise food selections become restricted and if drop 19 yrs Male 70 177 154 70 3067 -10 kcal/day Female 64 163 126 57 2403 -7 kcal/day Recap: proposed ways to attain desirable BMI: -increase physical activity to a moderately intense level -e.g., 60 minutes/day walking 6 km (4 miles) per hour -do not ______ energy intake

Achieving Energy Balance: Weight Loss Strategies Dietary Changes -choose smaller portions of lower-fat foods more often -make nutrient-dense food choices -avoid fad diets and “quick fix” herbal or other remedies marketed for weight loss – adequacy, balance, kcalorie control, moderation, and variety are key principles to follow -don’t drop kcalorie intake below ~1500-1800 kcal/day – otherwise food selections become ______ed and if drop 19 yrs Male 70 177 154 70 3067 -10 kcal/day Female 64 163 126 57 2403 -7 kcal/day Recap: proposed ways to attain desirable BMI: -increase physical activity to a moderately intense level -e.g., 60 minutes/day walking 6 km (4 miles) per hour -do not decrease energy intake

Achieving Energy Balance: Weight Loss Strategies Dietary Changes -choose smaller portions of lower-fat foods more often -make nutrient-dense food choices -avoid fad diets and “quick fix” herbal or other remedies marketed for weight loss – adequacy, balance, kcalorie control, moderation, and variety are key principles to follow -don’t ______ kcalorie intake below ~1500-1800 kcal/day – otherwise food selections become restricted and if drop 19 yrs Male 70 177 154 70 3067 -10 kcal/day Female 64 163 126 57 2403 -7 kcal/day Recap: proposed ways to attain desirable BMI: -increase physical activity to a moderately intense level -e.g., 60 minutes/day walking 6 km (4 miles) per hour -do not decrease energy intake