Energy Balance

Question 1

What percentage of total bodily energy is used for basal metabolism?

Answer 1

60-70%

Question 2

Describe basal metabolism

Answer 2

Necessary bodily functions which occur all the time, while the body is at rest, including heartbeat, body temperature and respiration

Question 3

Is basal metabolism higher for men or woman?

Answer 3

Men

Question 4

How is fat distributed in men? What causes this distribution tendency?

Answer 4

Commonly known as the “apple shape,” men generally store fat in their upper body (belly). This is caused by male sex hormones.

Question 5

How is fat distributed in women? What causes this distribution tendency?

Answer 5

Commonly known as the “pear shape,” woman generally store fat in their lower body (thighs). This is caused by female sex hormones.

Question 6

What percent of body weight is determined by genetics?

Answer 6

50% or more

Question 7

Is it easier to prevent or cure obesity?

Answer 7

Prevention is easier

Question 8

How many calories does body fat contain per pound?

Answer 8

3,500

Question 9

It is unhealthy to lose __ pounds of body fat per week

Answer 9

1-2

Question 10

Do fad diets deal with speedy weight loss through change in diet or with gradual weight loss through a combination of exercise and proper diet?

Answer 10

Fad diets generally deal with quick weight loss and do not generally emphasize adequate exercise.

Question 11

What is Orlistat (also know as Xenical)? What is its function? What are common side affects?

Answer 11

A drug which inhibits fat digestion and absorption, side affects include decreased vitamin absorption and GI issues