Question 1

Which of the following best describes a negative energy balance?

Accepted Answer

Energy expenditure exceeds energy intake.

Question 2

How many kilocalories (kcal) are stored in one pound of body fat?

Accepted Answer

$$3,500$$ kcal

Question 3

Which of the following is the most satiating macronutrient, helping to reduce overall food intake?

Accepted Answer

Protein

Question 4

Basal metabolism is best defined as:

Accepted Answer

The energy required to maintain life-sustaining activities at rest.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a component used to estimate your Estimated Energy Requirement (EER)?

Accepted Answer

Body composition

Question 6

A person with low self-worth and perfectionistic tendencies is at increased risk for which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Developing an eating disorder

Question 7

Which of the following statements about fat cells is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Losing weight reduces the size but not the number of fat cells.

Question 8

Which hormone is primarily responsible for stimulating hunger?

Accepted Answer

Ghrelin

Question 9

According to the National Institutes of Health, what is a reasonable goal for weight loss over a 6-month period?

Accepted Answer

Losing 5-10% of initial body weight

Question 10

Which of the following best describes the difference between satiety and satiation?

Accepted Answer

Satiation is the feeling of fullness that signals to stop eating; satiety is the feeling of fullness that suppresses hunger after eating.

Question 11

Which of the following is the most important component of physical fitness for good health?

Accepted Answer

Cardiorespiratory endurance

Question 12

What does the FITT principle stand for in designing a physical fitness program?

Accepted Answer

Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type

Question 13

Which type of exercise is best for increasing both muscle strength and endurance?

Accepted Answer

Resistance training

Question 14

For exercise lasting less than one hour, what is generally recommended to replace fluid lost from sweating?

Accepted Answer

Plain water

Question 15

Which of the following best describes the role of genetics in obesity?

Accepted Answer

Genetics can influence susceptibility to obesity, but environment and behavior also play significant roles.

Question 16

A food log is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A written or digital record of all foods and beverages consumed.

Question 17

Which group of microscopic organisms in the colon participates in metabolism and can influence body weight?

Accepted Answer

Gut microbiota

Question 18

Which of the following is the key to successful weight loss?

Accepted Answer

Making sustainable lifestyle changes in diet and physical activity

Question 19

Which of the following best describes hyperplasia and hypertrophy of fat cells?

Accepted Answer

Hyperplasia is an increase in fat cell number; hypertrophy is an increase in fat cell size.

Question 20

A person wants to maintain weight loss. According to recommendations, how much moderate physical activity should they aim for daily?

Accepted Answer

$$60-90$$ minutes

Nutrition Study Guide: Chapters 14–16 – Step-by-Step Guidance

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