15 Questions
What is the primary driver of weight loss if energy expenditure (EE) exceeds energy intake (EI)?
Negative energy balance
Which component of energy expenditure (EE) is the largest contributor to total daily energy expenditure?
Basal metabolic rate (BMR)
What is the estimated prevalence of malnutrition (undernutrition) in the UK?
Over 3 million people
What is the definition of malnutrition (undernutrition) according to the text?
All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of malnutrition (undernutrition) according to the text?
Increased body mass index (BMI)
Which of the following is a common symptom of malnutrition according to the text?
Loss of appetite
What does the text suggest is the primary cause of obesity?
An imbalance between energy intake and energy expenditure
What is one of the consequences of malnutrition (undernutrition)?
Delayed wound healing
What does the text suggest is a useful resource for information on nutrition and health?
British Dietetic Association (BDA) Food Fact Sheets
What is a significant issue in the UK related to nutrition?
Malnutrition
What does the text state about the general population's nutritional needs?
No single food contains all the essential nutrients the body needs to stay healthy.
What is one potential consequence of malnutrition (undernutrition)?
Looser-fitting jewellery and dentures
What does the text suggest is a risk associated with refeeding someone who is malnourished?
Risk of refeeding syndrome
Which of the following is NOT listed in the text as a potential symptom or consequence of malnutrition (undernutrition)?
Increased appetite
What is one way to assess malnutrition (undernutrition)?
Assessing habitual food intake
Explore the statistics from the Health Survey for England 2021, revealing the prevalence of overweight and obesity among men and women. Learn about the percentages of individuals living with obesity or overweight in the given year.
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