22 Questions
Which type of cancer has an increased risk in both females and males due to obesity?
Liver cancer
What reproductive disorder is more prevalent in 5-10% of women of reproductive age due to obesity?
PCOS
What is a potential consequence of obesity related to hepatobiliary disorders?
Increased risk of gallstones
What is a potential reproductive disorder in males due to obesity?
Reduced testosterone levels
What is the term for the state of being satisfactorily full associated with the length of time between meals?
Satiation
Which component reflects 60-75% of the total energy expenditure in lightly to moderately active individuals?
Resting Energy Expenditure (REE)
What is the main influence of environmental factors and emotional and social aspects on pleasure and reward from eating?
Hedonic control
Which hormone produced by adipose tissue reflects the energy balance and tends to decrease appetite as adipose tissue increases?
Leptin
What type of gene is responsible for multiple genes having a relatively small effect on predisposition to obesity compared to the environment?
Polygenic genes
What is the term for the physical, social, cultural, and economic factors that promote weight gain and are barriers to weight loss?
Environmental factors
What is the term for the desire to eat, influenced by environmental factors, emotional, and social aspects?
Appetite
Which hormone reflects energy balance, tends to decrease appetite as adipose tissue increases, and is produced by adipose tissue?
Leptin
In the Stages of Change model, which stage represents the situation where the individual is aware of the problem but has not made a commitment to take action?
Contemplation
What should be assessed in relation to readiness for long-term commitment in weight control?
Family, friend, or social support
What is a sign of being in the Precontemplation stage according to the Stages of Change model?
No intention to change behavior
Which aspect should be considered to help assess a person's judgment in weight control?
Previous approaches to weight control
What aspect should be assessed to identify barriers to making long-term changes in weight control?
Right timing for change
What is the main objective of exercise, as defined in the text?
To improve or maintain physical fitness
What is the energy cost of swimming, based on METs (Metabolic Equivalent Task)?
7.0 METs
What is the definition of physical fitness according to the text?
The ability to perform daily tasks easily
Which statement is true about obesity according to Obesity Canada 2020 Clinical Practice Guidelines?
Obesity is characterized by abnormal or excessive body fat.
Which statement about obesity is consistent with The Obesity Society 2018 Position Statement?
Obesity is a multi-causal chronic disease.
Explore various factors associated with obesity including sleep deprivation, hormone influence, pre-natal exposures, breastfeeding, smoking cessation, viruses, and toxins. Understand how these factors can contribute to the development of obesity in children and young adults.
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