Exam 3 - Intro to Nutrition (Nightingale) Questions and Answers 100% Verified

Exam 3 - Intro to Nutrition (Nightingale) _________ fat deposits are under the abdominal muscles. - visceral ___________ is a hormone that reduces hunger and inhibits fat storage in the body. - leptin hormone ____________ relies on the principle that lean tissue is denser than water. - underwater weighing 3,500 calories equals how many pounds? - 1 pound Alexis weighs 6.5 pounds at birth. Assuming her development proceeds normally, she should weigh about _____ pounds by her first birthday. - 19.5 Apple shaped people - o More weight around the waist o Greater risks for chronic disease Athletes carb intake should be increased or decreased to what amount? - Carb intake should increase to about 3 - 10 g/kg/day Athletes protein intake should be increased or decreased to what amount? - Protein intake should increase to about 1.2 - 2.0 g/kg/day Being overweight/obese increases the risk for various health conditions. Which of the following conditions is affected by overweight/obesity? o pregnancy o all these conditions are affected o respiratory disorders o orthopedic conditions o type 2 diabetes - o all these conditions are affected Bethany is due to give birth to a boy in March. Before she became pregnant, Bethany weighed 140 pounds, which was in the healthy range for her height. Based on this information, her physician will recommend that she gain ______ pounds during her pregnancy. - 25 to 35 Bioelectrical impedance is based on the fact that: - fat is a poor conductor of electricity. Body mass index is - based on the relationship between weight and risk of chronic disease. Calcium absorption is aided by: - vitamin D Calcium Deficinecy - o Increased risk for osteoporosis Calcium Food Sources - o Dairy products o Dark green vegetables o Fortified foods Calcium Function - o Bone/teeth formation o Nerve and muscle function o Clotting o Blood pressure Calcium Toxicity - o Kidney Stones Caregivers should not feed _____ to infants. - honey Expectant mothers should increase their caloric intake by how much during the 1st trimester? - Expectant mothers should not increase their caloric intake during this time