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What is the prevalence of obesity in non-Hispanic whites in the US in 2016?
What is the prevalence of obesity in non-Hispanic whites in the US in 2016?
- 35.7%
- 42.8%
- 37.9% (correct)
- 46.8%
Which age group had the highest prevalence of obesity in the US in 2016?
Which age group had the highest prevalence of obesity in the US in 2016?
- 40-59yo
- 12-19yo
- 20-39yo (correct)
- 60+ yo
What is the main function of essential fat in the body?
What is the main function of essential fat in the body?
- Back-up energy source
- Muscle: LBM
- Storage fat for energy reserve
- Cushions organs (correct)
Which type of fat distribution is associated with excess visceral adipose tissue (VAT)?
Which type of fat distribution is associated with excess visceral adipose tissue (VAT)?
What is the primary mode of communication between the gut and brain?
What is the primary mode of communication between the gut and brain?
What percentage of total volume can adipocytes store fat up to?
What percentage of total volume can adipocytes store fat up to?
Where is Ghrelin produced?
Where is Ghrelin produced?
What effect does Ghrelin have on hunger?
What effect does Ghrelin have on hunger?
Which hormone promotes insulin secretion?
Which hormone promotes insulin secretion?
What effect does Adiponectin have on insulin sensitivity?
What effect does Adiponectin have on insulin sensitivity?
What is the effect of Resistin on insulin action?
What is the effect of Resistin on insulin action?
Which factor is linked to lower leptin levels and higher ghrelin levels?
Which factor is linked to lower leptin levels and higher ghrelin levels?
What does cognitive dissonance refer to in the context of food intake?
What does cognitive dissonance refer to in the context of food intake?
Which hormone is known as the 'hunger hormone'?
Which hormone is known as the 'hunger hormone'?
