Key Terms in Weight Management

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What is metabolism?

The process by which the body breaks down substances and gets energy from food.

What does body mass index (BMI) measure?

A measure of body weight relative to height.

What does it mean to be overweight?

Heavier than the standard weight range for your height.

What characterizes obesity?

Having an excess of body fat. Signup and view all the answers

What does underweight refer to?

Below the standard weight range for your height. Signup and view all the answers

What is body image?

The way you see your body. Signup and view all the answers

What are fad diets?

Weight-loss plans that tend to be popular for only a short time. Signup and view all the answers

What is weight cycling?

A repeated pattern of losing and regaining body weight. Signup and view all the answers

What are eating disorders?

Extreme, harmful eating behaviors that can cause serious illness or even death. Signup and view all the answers

What is anorexia nervosa?

An eating disorder in which an irrational fear of weight gain leads people to starve themselves. Signup and view all the answers

What is bulimia nervosa?

An eating disorder that involves cycles of overeating and purging, or attempts to rid the body of food. Signup and view all the answers

What is binge eating disorder?

An eating disorder in which people overeat compulsively. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a vegetarian?

A person who eats mostly or only plant-based foods. Signup and view all the answers

What are dietary supplements?

Products that supply one or more nutrients as a supplement to, not a substitute for healthful foods. Signup and view all the answers

What are performance enhancers?

Substances that boost athletic ability. Signup and view all the answers

What are herbal supplements?

Dietary supplements containing plant extracts. Signup and view all the answers

What are megadoses?

Very large amounts. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Terms in Weight Management and Eating Behaviors

Metabolism: Essential process for breaking down substances to derive energy from foods consumed.
Body Mass Index (BMI): A statistical measure that assesses body weight in relation to height, often used to categorize individuals into different weight categories.

Weight Categories

Overweight: Describes individuals whose weight exceeds the standard range appropriate for their height, indicating potential health risks.
Obese: Characterized by an excessive accumulation of body fat, significantly increasing risk of health problems.
Underweight: Refers to individuals whose weight is below the standard range for their height, raising concerns for nutritional deficiencies.

Psychological and Behavioral Aspects

Body Image: The personal perception of one’s own body, can influence self-esteem and eating behaviors.
Fad Diets: Popular, short-term weight-loss strategies often lacking in nutritional balance, leading to unsustainable results.

Weight Management Challenges

Weight Cycling: The cycle of repeatedly losing and regaining weight, often resulting in metabolic changes and psychological impacts.
Eating Disorders: Severe eating behaviors that pose significant risks to health, potentially leading to life-threatening conditions.

Specific Eating Disorders

Anorexia Nervosa: An extreme fear of gaining weight that drives individuals to starve themselves, leading to severe health issues.
Bulimia Nervosa: Involves episodes of binge eating followed by purging to prevent weight gain, causing serious physical and emotional distress.
Binge Eating Disorder: Characterized by compulsive overeating without the compensatory behaviors seen in bulimia, often linked to emotional distress.

Dietary Practices and Supplements

Vegetarian: Individuals focusing on plant-based diets, avoiding meat and possibly other animal products for ethical, health, or environmental reasons.
Dietary Supplements: These include pills, powders, or liquids that provide nutrients not obtained in sufficient quantities from food; not meant to replace a balanced diet.
Performance Enhancers: Substances used to improve athletic performance, some of which may pose health risks.
Herbal Supplements: Natural products derived from plants, often marketed for health benefits but lacking extensive scientific validation.
Megadoses: Reference to unusually high amounts of substances, often seen in the context of supplements, which can lead to adverse effects.

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This quiz explores essential key terms related to weight management and eating behaviors, including concepts such as metabolism, BMI, and various weight categories. Additionally, it delves into psychological aspects like body image and the impact of fad diets on health. Test your knowledge and understanding of these important topics!