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WGU C458 Objective Assessment with accurate and verified 200 questions covering principles of health promotion, wellness strategies, physical fitness, nutrition, and behavior change techniques.
What are some moderate intensity endurance activities? - ANSWER--performing water aerobics 30 min.
What are some high intensity endurance activities? - ANSWER- -stair walking 15 min.-playing basketball 15-20 min.
What percentage of the body is made up of water? - ANSWER-
50-60%
What is a good way to increase fiber intake? - ANSWER--eat more whole grain cereals, fruits and vegetables
Name a water-soluble vitamin: - ANSWER--vitamin C
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Name a fat-soluble vitamin: - ANSWER--vitamin K
What is the recommended RDA daily sodium intake? - ANSWER-2,400 mg per day
What is a calorie (kilocalorie)? - ANSWER--units of measure which indicate energy from food -more sugar=more calories -amount of energy needed to increase the temperature of 1 kg of water by 1 degree C
What are vitamins? - ANSWER--essential organic compounds that promote growth and reproduction, and help maintain life and health
What is a fat? - ANSWER--maintenance of healthy skin and hair -insulation of body organs -maintenance of body temp.
What is the most common nutrient deficiency? - ANSWER--iron
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What are amino acids? - ANSWER--smaller units that make up protein
What does sodium do for the body? - ANSWER--necessary for regulation of blood and bodily fluids -successful transmission of nerve impulses -heart activtiy
What is lactose? - ANSWER--disaccharide contained in milk that must be broken down before being used by the body
What does a carbohydrate provide for the body? - ANSWER-- principal source for the body's energy
What is the best way for a person to get all essential nutrients without overeating? - ANSWER--choose food with high nutrient density
What is the recommended amount of water intake per day? - ANSWER-6-8 glasses
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What is the recommended amount of daily protein intake? - ANSWER-men= 63 grams women= 50 grams
What nutrient plays the most important role in a development of muscle, bone, and nerve cells? - ANSWER--proteins
What are the primary role of proteins? - ANSWER--aid in transportation of iron, oxygen, and nutrients to all the body's cells -repair bone, muscle, and skin -key element of the antibodies that protect us from disease
MyPyramid plan emphasizes: - ANSWER--gradual improvment
-physical activity -personalization
portion vs. serving - ANSWER--portion can be larger or smaller than a serving
What is the average daily caloric need? - ANSWER-2,000 cal.
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