NUSC 1165 exam 3 (ch. 7 - body weight and health) Exam Questions and Answers obesity rates since 1990 in US - Correct Answers ✅increased, 68.5% of adults are classfified as obese or overweight which 2 regions in the US have th ehighest obesity prevalence that is greater than 35% of the region's population surveyed? - Correct Answers ✅midwest and south
35.8%, 35.6%
what are possible behavioral causes of obesity and overweight in population? - Correct Answers ✅availability and consumption of more energy dense foods and bevs less participation in exercise based on prior research, how is portion size consumption related to behavioral and weight status outcomes? - Correct Answers ✅Higher quantity of food placed in front of individuals is associated with greater consumption Increased fast food consumption is associated with higher body weight and obesity risk hunger vs. apetite - Correct Answers ✅hunger = desire to consume food that is triggered by internal physiological signals 1 / 2
NUSC 1165 exam 3 (ch. 7 - body weight and health) Exam Questions and Answers appetite = desire to consume foods independent of hunger
- cues include sight or smell of food at home, presence of
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tasty or inexpensive food factors that may contribute to limited physical activity participation - Correct Answers ✅occupations modern transport devices for household chores busy schedules screen time health consequences related to weight - Correct Answers ✅• Psychiatric and psychosocial problems • Respiratory Issues • Fatty Liver • Gallbladder Disease • Gynecological Problems • Cardiovascular Disease • Gastroesophageal Reflux • Increased Cancer Risk • Arthritis and Gout BMI calculation - Correct Answers ✅weight in lbs / (height in inches)^2 * 703