Health Problems And Body Fat Flashcards
1
Q
What is the body mass index?
A
Uses statistical weight and height across the population to give a general indicator of body weight/mass
2
Q
What does BMI not count?
A
Body frame size, muscle, measure of body fat directly
3
Q
What is considered overweight?
A
25-30 BMI
67% of Americans
4
Q
What is obesity?
A
Over 30 BMI
34% of Americans are both overweight and obese
5
Q
What are the consequences of excess body fat?
A
High blood pressure, increased cholesterol, diabetes, joint/bone disorders, and death
6
Q
What are the consequences of too little body fat?
A
Altered hormones, no menstruation, osteoporosis, organ failure, death
7
Q
How many Americans are overweight?
A
2/3 of adult Americans
