Chapter 3: Weight Management Flashcards
1
Q
Obesity has become a serious health problem and some of the leading causes of?
A
Death are related to obesity, type 2 diabetes, stroke and coronary artery disease.
2
Q
Other illnesses associated with obesity include?
A
Depression, anxiety, sleep apnea, gallbladder disease, hypertension, etc.
3
Q
How does individuals gain weight?
A
If consume more calories than they need.
4
Q
To counter the gain of weight individuals must?
A
Bring the amount of calories ingested into balance with the amount used.
5
Q
What does successful weight management involves?
A
Reducing the amount of calories the person eats, increasing exercise level and making other lifestyle changes.
