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What is the role of the sphincter in the digestive system?

  • It propels food toward the small intestine.
  • It breaks down food into smaller particles.
  • It regulates the opening between the esophagus and the stomach. (correct)
  • It absorbs nutrients into the bloodstream.

How do cells extract energy from food?

  • Through a process of absorption.
  • Through direct conversion of carbohydrates to energy.
  • By undergoing cellular respiration. (correct)
  • By storing food as fat.

What must balance to maintain a healthy weight?

  • Nutrients absorbed and nutrients excreted.
  • Calories consumed in food and energy spent. (correct)
  • The amount of food consumed and the amount of food stored.
  • Basal metabolic rate and physical energy requirements.

Which statement is true about basal metabolic rate?

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What is a safe method to lose weight?

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Which of the following is involved in cellular respiration?

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What factor influences calorie requirements for a person?

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What happens when there is an imbalance of calories consumed and expended?

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What is a key component of a healthy diet?

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Which part of the body is primarily responsible for nutrient absorption?

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What does the basal metabolic rate indicate?

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What was a consequence faced by Heidi Guenther due to pressure for a specific body size?

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Which method did Taylor Hooton resort to in order to enhance his physical appearance?

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What is typically a psychological danger associated with eating disorders?

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In relation to fitness, how should safety be evaluated?

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What does the Body Mass Index (BMI) primarily assess?

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What serious health issues can arise from an obsession with body image?

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How does valuing looks over health impact an individual's lifestyle?

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What is a common side effect of steroid abuse?

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What term is used to describe the combination of an eating disorder and alcoholism?

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How many bones are in the adult human skeleton?

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What role do tendons play in the muscular system?

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What is necessary for muscles to grow and increase in strength?

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What must occur in order to make abdominal muscles visible?

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What powers the sliding action of muscle contraction?

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What is a primary function of the skeleton besides providing support?

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Which of the following supplements is NOT mentioned as commonly taken by athletes?

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Regular physical activity is part of maintaining what?

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How does stress affect individuals' immune responses according to the content?

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Which type of carbohydrate consists of chains of sugars linked together?

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Which nutrient is essential for muscle contraction and nerve impulses?

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What are the building blocks of proteins?

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What defines essential amino acids?

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Which of the following is NOT a role of lipids in the body?

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What is the primary function of dietary fiber in the human body?

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According to Linus Pauling, what is important for improving human health?

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What role do vitamins play in the body?

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Flashcards

Healthy Diet Components

The elements of a diet that contribute to overall well-being, including essential nutrients.

Food Path to Bloodstream

The journey of food from the mouth to the bloodstream, highlighting nutrient absorption points.

Cellular Respiration

The process in cells where energy is released from food.

Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)

The body's energy expenditure at rest.

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Eating Disorders Dangers

The harmful effects of disordered eating habits on physical and mental health.

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Motor System Components

The parts of the body that enable movement, including muscles and bones.

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Healthy Exercise Methods

Safe and effective ways to exercise and stay fit.

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Importance of Well-being

The difference between prioritizing physical appearance and true health.

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Energy source for our bodies?

Food provides the energy our bodies need to function. It supplies the fuel for all our activities, from breathing to thinking to moving.

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Balanced Diet

A balanced diet includes all the essential nutrients our bodies need in the right proportions. This means a mix of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins, and minerals.

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Simple Carbohydrates

Made up of one or two sugar molecules, these are quickly absorbed and provide a burst of energy. Examples include table sugar, fruit sugar, and milk sugar.

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Complex Carbohydrates

Made up of long chains of sugars, these take longer to digest and provide sustained energy. Examples include bread, pasta, and rice.

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Proteins: Building Blocks

Proteins are essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes, and transporting substances. They are made up of amino acids.

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Essential Amino Acids

These 8 amino acids cannot be produced by our bodies and must be obtained from our diet. They are crucial for proper growth and development.

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Lipids: More Than Just Fat

Fats are a concentrated source of energy and also provide insulation and building blocks for hormones. They can be found in oils, butter, and fatty meats.

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Vitamins and Minerals

These are essential for various bodily functions, such as regulating chemical reactions, strengthening bones and teeth, and maintaining fluid balance.

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Peristalsis

Muscular contractions that move food through the digestive tract, like squeezing a toothpaste tube.

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Sphincter

A ring of muscle that controls the opening and closing of a passageway, like a gatekeeper.

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Small Intestine's Role

The primary site for nutrient absorption into the bloodstream, like a sponge soaking up water.

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Calorie Balance

Maintaining a healthy weight by matching energy intake from food (calories consumed) with energy expenditure (calories burned).

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Losing Weight Safely

Reducing calorie intake while maintaining balanced nutrients and increasing physical activity.

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Physical Activity and Calories Burned

The more active you are, the more calories your body burns, like a car using more fuel when driving faster.

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Aerobic Exercise

A type of physical activity that improves heart and lung function by increasing oxygen flow throughout the body.

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Strength Training

Exercise that focuses on building and strengthening muscles by challenging them with resistance.

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Spot Reduction Myth

The belief that you can lose weight in a specific area of your body by exercising that area, which is not scientifically supported.

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Supplements and Athletes

Many athletes take supplements to potentially improve performance, although their effectiveness and safety are often questioned due to potential side effects and impurities.

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Stress & Immunity

Stress can weaken your immune system, making you more susceptible to infections and illnesses.

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BMI

A numerical value that represents body mass based on height and weight, used to assess weight range.

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Eating Disorders

Mental health conditions that involve extreme disturbances in eating habits, often leading to unhealthy weight and body image issues.

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Steroid Side Effects

Negative consequences of steroid use, including testicle shrinkage, reduced sperm count, and health problems like heart disease.

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Drunkorexia

A dangerous combination of an eating disorder and substance abuse where individuals restrict food intake to save calories for alcohol consumption.

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Skeleton Functions

The 206 bones in the human body provide support, protection, mineral storage, and blood cell production.

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Muscles and Movement

Muscles, ligaments, and tendons work together to enable movement, with joints providing range of motion.

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Muscle Contraction

Muscle fibers contract by sliding against each other, fueled by ATP, in response to signals from neurons.

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Keeping in Shape

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle through balanced diets and regular exercise.

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Study Notes

Chapter 15: Nutrition, Activity, and Wellness

  • This chapter explores healthy lifestyles, encompassing nutrition, physical activity, and overall well-being.
  • A healthy diet is crucial for achieving energy and nutrient needs.
  • A balanced diet helps achieve energy and nutrient needs.
  • The study considers various aspects of lifestyle choices and their impact on health.

Learning Objectives

  • 15.1: Identifying and describing the components of a healthy diet.
  • 15.2: Tracing the path of food from the mouth to the bloodstream, identifying sites of nutrient extraction.
  • 15.3: Explaining the process and chemistry of cellular respiration.
  • 15.4: Describing how basal metabolic rate can contribute to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
  • 15.5: Assessing the risks associated with eating disorders.
  • 15.6: Describing the components of the motor system and how muscles and bones work together.
  • 15.7: Discussing safe and effective methods for achieving and maintaining physical fitness.
  • 15.8: Distinguishing between the value of outward appearances and inner well-being.
  • 15.1: How does what you eat influence your well-being?
  • Energy is extracted from the food we eat; food quality is important for well-being. A balanced diet helps people meet their energy and nutrient requirements.
  • 15.3: How do cells extract energy from food?
  • Cellular respiration is the process that cells use to extract energy from food. The process involves a series of controlled chemical reactions, releasing energy from food and storing the energy in other molecules. The stored energy is essential to cell function.
  • 15.4: What can a person do to maintain a healthy weight?
  • Maintaining a healthy weight involves balancing the energy consumed in food (calories) with the energy expended. Basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the amount of calories needed to support life functions, and BMR varies according to the amount of physical activity. Losing weight safely includes decreasing calorie intake while maintaining a balanced nutrient intake and/or increasing physical activity.
  • 15.6: How do muscles and bones keep us active?
  • The skeleton supports and protects the body, comprised of 206 bones. Bones store essential minerals, such as calcium, and produce blood cells. Movement is possible due to the function of muscles and ligaments. Tendons connect muscles to bones.
  • 15.7: How can you keep in shape?
  • Exercise allows muscles to strengthen and increase in strength. Aerobic exercises strengthen the heart.
  • 15.8: How do we balance looking good with being healthy? Social media can skew the perception of what is normal and healthy. Healthy bodies require a balanced diet, regular physical activity, adequate sleep, and effective stress management.

Case Studies

  • Heidi Guenther: Pursuing a professional ballerina career and maintaining a specific body size led her to use diet pills and died at 22 from cardiac arrest.
  • Taylor Hooton: A baseball player using steroids to bulk up suffered severe mood swings and outbursts and committed suicide.
  • These stories highlight the risks of unhealthy obsessions with body image and the dangers of steroid use.

Macromolecules in Nutrition

  • Carbohydrates: Simple carbohydrates are made from one or two sugars, while complex carbohydrates are chains of linked sugars.
  • Proteins: Proteins are made of amino acids. They're essential for structure and the regulation of chemical reactions.
  • Lipids (Fats): Fats are an important energy source and structural component in hormones.
  • Vitamins, Minerals, and Dietary Fibers: Vitamins regulate chemical pathways, minerals are crucial for bone, teeth, muscle development and nerve impulses, and fiber cleanses the digestive system. Note that specific RDI (Recommended Daily Intake) for various vitamins are included as well as their functions and primary food sources.

Additional Topics

  • Technology Connection: (e.g., ab machines) emphasizes that visible muscle definition may not equate to overall health. One needs both exercise and dietary control to lose weight evenly.
  • Supplements: Many athletes use supplements, but these can have side effects and may have impurities.
  • Drunkorexia: A dangerous combination of an eating disorder and alcohol abuse, where some women skip meals to save calories for alcohol consumption.
  • Stress and Immune Response: Exposure to viruses leads to colds more frequently in stressed individuals.

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Test your knowledge on essential nutrition and fitness concepts in this quiz! Explore topics including the digestive system's functions, energy extraction from food, weight maintenance, and the impact of eating disorders. Strengthen your understanding of healthy lifestyle choices and their implications.

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