obesity pt 3

Question 1

way to measure fat 2. dexa (hint we have this at U of r)

Answer 1

Body absorption of 2 different x-rays, mass have different absorption properties

Question 2

ways to measure fat: Air displacement (bodied)

Answer 2

similar to the underwater weigher but more variable can affect

Question 3

ways to mesure fat: Bioelectrical impedance analysis ‘9BIA)

Answer 3

(electricity conducto)r fat free mass contains mostly WATER vs fat mass contains very little water

Question 4

ways to measure fat: skin folds

Answer 4

calibers used measure at 3-9 sites predicts of body density

Question 5

where does non-essential fat go ?

Answer 5

storage fat, fat under skin and around organs

Question 6

what is normal fat % for males?

Answer 6

12-20%

Question 7

what is normal fat % for females?

Answer 7

20-33%

Question 8

what is ADIPOSITY REBOUND?

Answer 8

AGE 4-6 can predict obesity in adulthood

Question 9

prevalence of obesity worldwide by age & sex what are the reasons?

Answer 9

1. selective survival
2. loss of muscle mass with age
3. diseases in older adults

Question 10

Excessive Body fat + health: 50-__% increased risk of death from all causes

Answer 10

100%

Question 11

causes of overweight and Obesity?

Answer 11

Type 2 diabetes
Dyslipidemia
Hypertension
Coronary heart disease