Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences

An eating disorder characterized by bouts of binge eating followed by self-induced vomiting, ...

An eating disorder characterized by bouts of binge eating followed by self-induced vomiting, ...

An eating disorder characterized by bouts of binge eating followed by self-induced vomiting, laxative abuse, or excessive exercise is known as
 
  A) anorexia nervosa. B) bulimia nervosa.
  C) body dysmorphic disorder.

lovingrace   50   1 Reply

shaebugg

Patella-femoral pain syndrome is also known as :

Patella-femoral pain syndrome is also known as :

Patella-femoral pain syndrome is also known as
 
  A) runner's knee. B) shin splints. C) sprain. D) plantar fasciitis.

Mpron   50   1 Reply

danielmata99

In comparing typical 20- to 24-year-old men and women, gender variations in body composition are ...

In comparing typical 20- to 24-year-old men and women, gender variations in body composition are ...

In comparing typical 20- to 24-year-old men and women, gender variations in body composition are found primarily in ________ and ________.
 
  A) bone; storage fat B) muscle; essential fat
  C) storage fat; muscle D) mu

sarthaknitw   19   1 Reply

lizziemjordan

An eating disorder characterized by deliberate food restriction and severe, life-threatening weight ...

An eating disorder characterized by deliberate food restriction and severe, life-threatening weight ...

An eating disorder characterized by deliberate food restriction and severe, life-threatening weight loss is known as
 
  A) anorexia nervosa. B) bulimia nervosa.
  C) binge eating disorder. D) body dysmorphic disorder.

BJ   76   1 Reply

CrazyNaut

Chronic pain in the front of the lower leg is known as :

Chronic pain in the front of the lower leg is known as :

Chronic pain in the front of the lower leg is known as
 
  A) strain. B) sprain. C) shin splints. D) plantar fasciitis.

BJ   48   1 Reply

TSparkman10

Which of the following is TRUE of storage fat?

Which of the following is TRUE of storage fat?

Which of the following is TRUE of storage fat?
 
  A) Men and women store fat in different locations.
  B) Men and women have significantly different amounts of storage fat.
  C) Storage fat is not affected by

bkm1   37   1 Reply

afifazuki

Inflammation of the fascia on the underside of the foot is known as :

Inflammation of the fascia on the underside of the foot is known as :

Inflammation of the fascia on the underside of the foot is known as
 
  A) strain. B) sprain. C) shin splints. D) plantar fasciitis.

life_skals   47   1 Reply

heypeterman

Which of the following provides energy, insulation, and padding?

Which of the following provides energy, insulation, and padding?

Which of the following provides energy, insulation, and padding?
 
  A) Essential fat B) Storage fat C) Bones D) Lean body mass

Mirbek   34   1 Reply

Flamebrain920

Atypical, abnormal food consumption that diminishes wellness but is NOT long-lived is known as :

Atypical, abnormal food consumption that diminishes wellness but is NOT long-lived is known as :

Atypical, abnormal food consumption that diminishes wellness but is NOT long-lived is known as
 
  A) anorexia nervosa. B) an eating disorder.
  C) disordered eating. D) body dysmorphic disorder.

BJ   36   1 Reply

Haileyian

Damage to ligaments or joint structures due to acute injury is known as :

Damage to ligaments or joint structures due to acute injury is known as :

Damage to ligaments or joint structures due to acute injury is known as
 
  A) strain. B) sprain. C) shin splints. D) plantar fasciitis.

joker   50   1 Reply

DRIGGS14

The minimal amount of fat needed for normal physiological functions is defined as :

The minimal amount of fat needed for normal physiological functions is defined as :

The minimal amount of fat needed for normal physiological functions is defined as
 
  A) lean body weight. B) essential fat.
  C) storage fat. D) recommended body weight.

nikkilynn933   83   1 Reply

Thisdude

Hannah's new roommate, Kelsey, is a petite redhead with a shy personality. As they were getting to ...

Hannah's new roommate, Kelsey, is a petite redhead with a shy personality. As they were getting to ...

Hannah's new roommate, Kelsey, is a petite redhead with a shy personality. As they were getting to know each other over salads one night, Kelsey kept sizing up the other girls walking by in the cafeteria. She finally commented to Hannah, Yeah, I spen

jerhughes   21   1 Reply

Tanzious02

Damage to muscle or tendon fibers due to injury or overtraining is known as :

Damage to muscle or tendon fibers due to injury or overtraining is known as :

Damage to muscle or tendon fibers due to injury or overtraining is known as
 
  A) strain. B) sprain. C) shin splints. D) plantar fasciitis.

Leahh3749   67   1 Reply

PinBoi

A person who says I may weigh more than what I like, but I enjoy eating and balance my pleasure with ...

A person who says I may weigh more than what I like, but I enjoy eating and balance my pleasure with ...

A person who says I may weigh more than what I like, but I enjoy eating and balance my pleasure with eating with my concern for a healthy body is exhibiting what type of thought pattern associated with healthy or distorted eating?
 
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jco177   82   1 Reply

sylviag14

The ________ phase of a cardiorespiratory program is a stage of adjustment to your weekly routine ...

The ________ phase of a cardiorespiratory program is a stage of adjustment to your weekly routine ...

The ________ phase of a cardiorespiratory program is a stage of adjustment to your weekly routine that lasts from 2 to 4 weeks.
 
  A) maintenance B) start-up C) preparation D) improvement

bwebb03   54   1 Reply

jvidaurri

________ is defined as the relative amounts of lean and fat tissue in the human body.

________ is defined as the relative amounts of lean and fat tissue in the human body.

________ is defined as the relative amounts of lean and fat tissue in the human body.
 
  A) Lean body mass B) Body composition C) Obesity D) Body weight

Argentina   120   1 Reply

timmyisbae

One weight-loss supplement that has been banned in the United States is :

One weight-loss supplement that has been banned in the United States is :

One weight-loss supplement that has been banned in the United States is
 
  A) leptin. B) potassium. C) creatine. D) ephedrine.

jcb7359   49   1 Reply

vazadir

Jim has been jogging for 20 minutes per session and is now ready to increase his program. According ...

Jim has been jogging for 20 minutes per session and is now ready to increase his program. According ...

Jim has been jogging for 20 minutes per session and is now ready to increase his program. According to the 10 percent rule, Jim should increase his workout time by no more than
 
  A) 2 minutes. B) 10 minutes. C) 6 minutes. D) 14

agilleland   35   1 Reply

vazadir

Women need ________ essential fat for reproductive system-related fat deposits.

Women need ________ essential fat for reproductive system-related fat deposits.

Women need ________ essential fat for reproductive system-related fat deposits.
 
  A) 18 B) 12 C) 6 D) 3

aleja98   48   1 Reply

Flamebrain920

Weight loss regimens that focus on portion size and make allowance for variations in daily routine, ...

Weight loss regimens that focus on portion size and make allowance for variations in daily routine, ...

Weight loss regimens that focus on portion size and make allowance for variations in daily routine, appetite, and food availability are known as ________ diets.
 
  A) binge B) rigid C) flexible D) fad

haileyrasmussen   42   1 Reply

heyou

Hip flexor muscles tend to be loose in most people (True or false?)

Hip flexor muscles tend to be loose in most people (True or false?)

Hip flexor muscles tend to be loose in most people.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Breionna   43   1 Reply

KaysonMitchell

Weight loss regimens that specify strict rules on caloric consumption, types of foods, and eating ...

Weight loss regimens that specify strict rules on caloric consumption, types of foods, and eating ...

Weight loss regimens that specify strict rules on caloric consumption, types of foods, and eating patterns are known as ________ diets.
 
  A) flexible B) fad C) binge D) rigid

life_skals   41   1 Reply

alex12098

Lowering your weight and body fat levels to within recommended ranges will reduce your risk of ...

Lowering your weight and body fat levels to within recommended ranges will reduce your risk of ...

Lowering your weight and body fat levels to within recommended ranges will reduce your risk of lower-back pain.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

mamafay   47   1 Reply

jester1997!

A pattern of losing/gaining weight is known as :

A pattern of losing/gaining weight is known as :

A pattern of losing/gaining weight is known as
 
  A) positive caloric balance. B) anorexia nervosa.
  C) weight cycling. D) satiety.

retard23   61   1 Reply

Seita

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a target heart rate range of ________ of HR max. ...

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a target heart rate range of ________ of HR max. ...

The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a target heart rate range of ________ of HR max.
 
  A) 35-64 B) 55-84 C) 45-74 D) 64-95

stellarelli   51   1 Reply

jajikim

Strong core muscles can lead to increased performance levels in all of your activities. (True or false?)

Strong core muscles can lead to increased performance levels in all of your activities. (True or false?)

Strong core muscles can lead to increased performance levels in all of your activities.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

ttteel   25   1 Reply

sureshranabhat

When developing a training program for cardiorespiratory fitness, your intensity of exercise should ...

When developing a training program for cardiorespiratory fitness, your intensity of exercise should ...

When developing a training program for cardiorespiratory fitness, your intensity of exercise should be determined by
 
  A) the type of exercise you are doing. B) the amount of time you spend exercising.
  C) your targe

howardgiles112   50   1 Reply

lyssmar

Ultimately, the majority of lower-back pain is caused by acute injury. (True or false?)

Ultimately, the majority of lower-back pain is caused by acute injury. (True or false?)

Ultimately, the majority of lower-back pain is caused by acute injury.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

jerhughes   57   1 Reply

analucia_reid

Approximately what percentage of people who try dieting regain the weight within 2 years or less? ...

Approximately what percentage of people who try dieting regain the weight within 2 years or less? ...

Approximately what percentage of people who try dieting regain the weight within 2 years or less?
 
  A) 50 B) 33 C) 75 D) 10 or fewer

hockeyguy9   47   1 Reply

lila2016

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, the recommended frequency for ...

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, the recommended frequency for ...

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, the recommended frequency for cardiorespiratory exercise is
 
  A) 7 days per week. B) 3 to 5 days per week.
  C) 5 to 6 days per week. D) 2 days per week.

life_skals   65   1 Reply

dianardo

Stress is a risk factor for back injury (True or false?)

Stress is a risk factor for back injury (True or false?)

Stress is a risk factor for back injury.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

ttteel   52   1 Reply

nena1107

Your friend is thinking about trying a fad diet to lose weight. Given the information in this ...

Your friend is thinking about trying a fad diet to lose weight. Given the information in this ...

Your friend is thinking about trying a fad diet to lose weight. Given the information in this chapter on problems associated with fad diets, you can inform her that
 
  A) these diets are highly effective.
  B) finding

GOOD2Know17   111   1 Reply

PinBoi

Training that alternates periods of high-intensity exercise with periods of lower intensity exercise ...

Training that alternates periods of high-intensity exercise with periods of lower intensity exercise ...

Training that alternates periods of high-intensity exercise with periods of lower intensity exercise or rest is known as
 
  A) interval training. B) pyramid training. C) cross-training. D) circuit training.

analiseortiz56   85   1 Reply

timmyisbae

Underweight associated with poor nutrition can result in a higher incidence of :

Underweight associated with poor nutrition can result in a higher incidence of :

Underweight associated with poor nutrition can result in a higher incidence of
 
  A) leukemia. B) muscle wasting.
  C) metabolic syndrome. D) diabetes.

BJ   51   1 Reply

grrgrrl

Which of the following would be considered indoor cardio workout equipment?

Which of the following would be considered indoor cardio workout equipment?

Which of the following would be considered indoor cardio workout equipment?
 
  A) Barbell and free weights B) Elliptical machine
  C) Weight machines D) Inline skates

Breionna   14   1 Reply

Acw55

Whole body vibration platforms are not effective in increasing flexibility. (True or false?)

Whole body vibration platforms are not effective in increasing flexibility. (True or false?)

Whole body vibration platforms are not effective in increasing flexibility.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

analiseortiz56   76   1 Reply

nudelosr

If you are obese and a non-smoker, your life expectancy is approximately :

If you are obese and a non-smoker, your life expectancy is approximately :

If you are obese and a non-smoker, your life expectancy is approximately
 
  A) 10 years less than that of a normal-weight person.
  B) 2 years less than that of a normal-weight person.
  C) the same as a norm

mahafakhoury   43   1 Reply

omar.quesadamed

SMART goals are : (Multiple Choice)

SMART goals are : (Multiple Choice)

SMART goals are
 
  A) specific, meaningful, aerobic, rigorous, and targeted.
  B) specific, measurable, action-oriented, realistic, and time-oriented.
  C) strategic, measurable, advanced, realistic, and time

Argentina   82   1 Reply

psycho22

In addition to improving balance and flexibility, tai chi can also be used to reduce stress. ...

In addition to improving balance and flexibility, tai chi can also be used to reduce stress. ...

In addition to improving balance and flexibility, tai chi can also be used to reduce stress.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Softball612   71   1 Reply

vonda_smith

Which of the following can be a component of metabolic syndrome?

Which of the following can be a component of metabolic syndrome?

Which of the following can be a component of metabolic syndrome?
 
  A) Breast cancer B) Osteoporosis
  C) High blood pressure D) Anorexia nervosa

mcke   47   1 Reply

lizziemjordan