Which effects are associated with overnutrition? Check all that apply.
1)Increased risk of obesity
2)increased risk of mineral poisoning
3)increased
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4)increased cognitive function
5)increased risk of vitamin poisoning - correct answer 1, 2, 5
Which of these are consequences of unhealthy eating? Check all that apply.
1)high blood pressure
2)Obesity
3)Stroke
4)skin cancer
5)type 2 diabetes - correct answer 1, 2, 3, 5
Which of these nutrients helps the body absorb vitamins and sustain the immune system?
a)proteins
b)carbohydrates
c)fats
d)minerals - correct answer not d) minerals
maybe c) fats
Which foods are considered unhealthy? Check all that apply.
1)trail mix
2)cookies
3)almonds
4)fruit snacks
5)energy drinks - correct answer 1, 2, 4, 5
Approximately how many American adults are obese?
a)13.7%
b)16.6%
c)28.9%
d)35.2% - correct answer not d) 35.2%
Adam joins the cross-country team and starts to run several miles every day.
Which change would best fit his nutritional needs?
a)decreasing iron-rich foods
b)increasing calories and water
c)increasing dairy and soy products
d)decreasing protein and saturated fats - correct answer b) increasing calories and water
Which of these has led to increased calorie intake from 20 years ago? Check all that apply.
1)The size of bagels has increased.
2)The size of meatballs has increased.
3)The amount of sauce with meatballs has decreased.
4)The amount of sugar in soda has increased.
5)The size of muffins has increased. - correct answer 1, 2, 4, 5
Which of these describe why optimum nutrition is important? Check all that apply.
1)occurs when the body gets the proper amount of nutrients
2)occurs when body receives too many nutrients
3)assists with normal development
4)caused by vitamin or mineral poisoning
5)can lead to obesity - correct answer 1 and 3
Which factors affect the number of calories a person needs each day? Check all that apply.
1)age
2)sex
3)height
4)personality
5)physical activity - correct answer 1, 2, 3, 5
Which person should increase calorie intake due to a lifestyle choice?
a)an adult who is often sedentary
b)an athlete
c)a student getting ready for school exams
d)an older woman - correct answer b) an athlete
Which action would be considered the most healthy change to one's eating habits?
a) skipping breakfast
b) drinking more soda [Show Less]