Question 1

The method for determining energy expenditure that involves the measurement of heat given off by the body during a select period of time in an insulated chamber is called

Accepted Answer

A)   direct calorimetry.
B)   indirect calorimetry.
C)   thermocalorimetry.
D)   bomb calorimetry.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 2

Match each of the following terms with its definition.
-Very-low-calorie diet

Accepted Answer

A)  Measurement of the amount of heat produced by a subject enclosed within a small chamber
B)  Also known as a protein-sparing modified fast; calories generally are consumed in liquid form
C)  Minimal energy the body requires to support itself when resting, awake, and in a fasted state
D)  Also called gynoid obesity; a pattern of body fat distribution in which estrogen and progesterone encourage body fat storage in the buttocks and thighs
E)  A condition characterized by a body mass index below 18.5F) A component of body composition, calculated by subtracting body fat weight from total body weightG) A condition characterized by excess body fatH) Method of measuring a body's energy use by measuring its oxygen uptake and then using formulas to convert that gas exchange into energy useI) Metabolism that characteristically conserves more energy than normal, and eventually increases the risk of weight gain and obesityJ) Also called android obesity; a pattern of body fat distribution associated with a higher risk of heart disease, hypertension, and diabetesK) A) and D)
L) D) and F)

Question 3

The energy expended to digest, absorb, and further process the nutrients in food is called the ________ of food. This equals approximately 5% to 10% of energy intake.

Accepted Answer

A)   transformation
B)   thermic effect
C)   metabolism
D)   breakdownE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 4

Which of the following is an important aspect of behavior modification used for weight control?

Accepted Answer

A)   Severely restricting intake after overeating
B)   Avoiding planned eating so you can be ready to handle spontaneous changes in the situation
C)   Keeping a record of eating behavior to identify situations that contribute to overeating
D)   Weighing yourself several times each dayE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 5

The volumetrics approach to weight management promotes food choices that are high in nutrients and fill the stomach, but are low in calories. ________ are the best example of foods that fit this description.

Accepted Answer

A)   Water and sugar-free beverages
B)   Dairy products
C)   Refined grains
D)   Fruits and vegetablesE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Exam 7: Energy Balance and Weight Control

The volumetrics approach to weight management promotes food choices that are high in nutrients and fill the stomach, but are low in calories. ________ are the best example of foods that fit this description.

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Match each of the following terms with its definition. -Very-low-calorie diet

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The energy expended to digest, absorb, and further process the nutrients in food is called the ________ of food. This equals approximately 5% to 10% of energy intake.

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The method for determining energy expenditure that involves the measurement of heat given off by the body during a select period of time in an insulated chamber is called

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The volumetrics approach to weight management promotes food choices that are high in nutrients and fill the stomach, but are low in calories. ________ are the best example of foods that fit this description.

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Which of the following is an important aspect of behavior modification used for weight control?

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Match each of the following terms with its definition. -Very-low-calorie diet

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The method for determining energy expenditure that involves the measurement of heat given off by the body during a select period of time in an insulated chamber is called

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