Answers
Question: Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
Correct Answer: Metabolic processes of organs; 60% of energy expenditure
Question: Thermic Effect of Food (TEF)
Correct Answer: Digestion, absorption, and metabolism of food; 10% of energy expenditure
Question: Activity Thermogenesis
Correct Answer: Energy expended through exercise and non-exercise; 30% of energy expenditure
Question: Weight change
Correct Answer: 3,500 kcal is approximately equivalent to one pound of body weight
Question: To lose 1lb per week
Correct Answer: Deficit of 500 kcals; 300 coming from diet and 200 coming from exercise
Question: Weight loss goal
Correct Answer: Small goal: 5-10% of body weight in 6 months
Question: Physical activity guidelines for general health- basic recommendations
Correct Answer: 150-300 min of moderate intensity or 75-150 minutes of vigorous activity each week
Question: Physical activity guidelines for more health benefits
Correct Answer: 300 min of moderate intensity or 150 minutes of vigorous activity each week
Question: Physical activity guidelines
Correct Answer: Aerobic activity spread throughout the week, weight-bearing and resistance exercises 2
or more days a week, and stretching and flexibility activities spread throughout the week
Question: IOM Macronutrient Ranges for adults - Carbs
Correct Answer: 45-60%
Question: IOM Macronutrient Ranges for adults - Protein
Correct Answer: 10-35%
Question: IOM Macronutrient Ranges for adults - Fat
Correct Answer: 20-35%
Question: Changes in body composition as a person ages
Correct Answer: Up until your 20s, growth and development maximize peak bone and muscle mass. In
adult life, bone and muscle mass are maintained, and then in older life, bone and muscle mass naturally start
to decline
Question: Overweight classification
Correct Answer: 25.0-29.9 (increased disease risk)