Nutrition

Question 1

What percent does genetics play in the role of obesity?

Answer 1

40%

Question 2

What is modest weight loss as a percent of total body weight?

Answer 2

5-10%

Question 3

What are the Class of Obesity for BMI

Answer 3

30+= Class I
35+ = Class II
40+ = Class III
50+ is super obesity

Question 4

What are some intrauterine and Perinatal factors that lead to obesity later in life?

Answer 4

Maternal undernutrition, maternal smoking and malnutrition during infancy

Question 5

What is the criteria for metabolic syndrome?

Answer 5

3 or more of the following:

1) abdominal adiposity- waist circumference of 40+ inches in men or 35+ in women
2) elevated triglycerides- 150 mg/dL +
3) low HDL- 40 or lower in men 50 or lower in women or on medication
4) Hyperglycemia- 100+ or on medication
5) Hypertension - greater than 130/85 or on medication

Question 6

What is the NIH’s criteria for consideration for surgical obesity treatment?

Answer 6

Patients with BMIs exceeding 40 or patients with BMIs over 35 who have associated severe health complications

Question 7

What are the pros and cons of lap band-adjustable gastric binding?

Answer 7

lower cost and mortality rate

weight loss is less and slower

Question 8

What are the cons of vertical banded gastroplasty

Answer 8

may vomit several times a day

doesn’t cause as much weight loss and patients may gain it back

Question 9

What are the pros and cons of vertical sleeve gastroplasty?

Answer 9

malnutrition is low

provides moderate weight loss and decreases hunger and improves glycemic control

Question 10

What are the pros and cons of gastric bypass?

Answer 10

provides the most weight loss

malnutrition

Question 11

Who is the intended audience for the dietary guidelines for americans?

Answer 11

policymakers, health professionals and educators

Question 12

What is the main intent for the dietary guidelines for americans?

Answer 12

translate science into nutrition recommendations for the general public and inform federal good, nutrition, and health policies and programs

Question 13

What are the 5 major recommendation of the DGA?

Answer 13

1) eat a healthful eating pattern across a lifespan
2) focus on variety, nutrient density, and amount to meet nutrient needs within calorie limits
3) limit calories from added sugars and saturated fats and reduce sodium intake
4) shift to healthier foods and beverages
5) everyone has a role in supporting healthful eating patterns for all.