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Which characteristic is NOT associated with a healthful body weight?
Which characteristic is NOT associated with a healthful body weight?
- Is maintained without constant dieting
- Is appropriate for your age
- Allows for occasional weight fluctuations (correct)
- Promotes good eating habits
What is the formula for calculating Body Mass Index (BMI)?
What is the formula for calculating Body Mass Index (BMI)?
- BMI = weight (lbs)/height (in)²
- BMI = height (cm)/weight (kg)2
- BMI = weight (kg)/height (m)2 (correct)
- BMI = weight (kg) + height (m)2
Which BMI value indicates an increased risk of health problems?
Which BMI value indicates an increased risk of health problems?
- BMI between 25 and 29.9
- BMI between 18.5 and 24.9
- BMI above 30 (correct)
- BMI below 18.5 (correct)
What is a limitation of BMI as an indicator of health?
What is a limitation of BMI as an indicator of health?
Which of the following is a factor to consider when evaluating body weight?
Which of the following is a factor to consider when evaluating body weight?
What waist-to-hip ratio indicates a higher risk of disease in men?
What waist-to-hip ratio indicates a higher risk of disease in men?
Which body fat measurement method uses the principles of buoyancy?
Which body fat measurement method uses the principles of buoyancy?
What is the primary hormone produced by fat cells that reduces food intake?
What is the primary hormone produced by fat cells that reduces food intake?
Which factor is NOT typically associated with energy expenditure?
Which factor is NOT typically associated with energy expenditure?
What energy balance occurs when energy intake equals energy expenditure?
What energy balance occurs when energy intake equals energy expenditure?
Which of the following diets is categorized as low in carbohydrates?
Which of the following diets is categorized as low in carbohydrates?
What is a common misconception about 'thrifty gene theory'?
What is a common misconception about 'thrifty gene theory'?
Which of these is NOT a factor influencing an individual's weight gain or loss?
Which of these is NOT a factor influencing an individual's weight gain or loss?
What should a person aiming for weight gain include in their diet?
What should a person aiming for weight gain include in their diet?
Which type of obesity is defined as having a BMI greater than or equal to 40 kg/m²?
Which type of obesity is defined as having a BMI greater than or equal to 40 kg/m²?
Which of the following chronic diseases is linked to obesity?
Which of the following chronic diseases is linked to obesity?
What physiological factor is primarily involved in appetite regulation?
What physiological factor is primarily involved in appetite regulation?
Which of the following is a recommended approach for successful weight loss?
Which of the following is a recommended approach for successful weight loss?
