Insulin resistance can be caused by

Insulin resistance can be caused by

A. dietary intake of complex carbohydrates.
B. excess body weight.
C. lack of exercise.
D. high blood pressure.

Q. 2

List all nine major risk factors for heart disease.

What will be an ideal response

Q. 3

What percentage of type 2 diabetics are overweight?

A. over 50 percent
B. over 60 percent
C. over 70 percent
D. over 80 percent

Q. 4

Currently, the amount spent in the United States on various weight-loss methods, including diet centers, magazines, books, diets, and supplements, exceeds

A. 22 billion.
B. 30 billion.
C. 39 billion.
D. 45 billion.

Q. 5

Regular vigorous exercise (>50 VO2
max) is more protective against cardiovascular disease than
lower-intensity exercise.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Q. 6

Today, what percentage of Americans are classified as overweight?

A. 28 percent
B. 45 percent
C. 65 percent
D. 74 percent

Q. 7

Define cardiovascular disease, and list three common cardiovascular diseases.

What will be an ideal response

Q. 8

Exercising just 3-4 days per month is enough to reduce one's risk of coronary heart disease.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Q. 9

Intake of saturated fats stimulates cholesterol synthesis in the liver and may therefore increase
blood cholesterol levels.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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