Obesity Quiz

Obesity is known to be developed from an imbalance in energy consumed versus energy burnt. Which of the following options is correct?

• Energy consumed is less than the energy burnt

• Energy consumed is more than the energy burnt

• Energy consumed is equal to the energy burnt

• None of the above

Answer explanation

According to the WHO, if you consume more energy than you burn (in calories), then you are prone to gaining weight and becoming obese. During the last few years, there has been an increase in the amount of calories consumed, especially in high-fat and high-sugar foods

What other factors are responsible for obesity?

• Genetic

• Metabolic

• Behavioral

• Hormonal

• All of the above

Answer explanation

Some genetic, behavioural, hormonal and metabolic mechanisms are beyond human control. In addition, genetics, parents’ dietary habits and body weight also put adolescents and children at risk of obesity. In such cases, forming healthy eating habits during childhood can prevent obesity and lifestyle-related issues.

BMI stands for....

Answer explanation

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a person's weight in kilograms (or pounds) divided by the square of height in meters (or feet).

What BMI score must an individual have to be considered obese?

Answer explanation

If your BMI is less than 18.5, it falls within the underweight range.

If your BMI is 18.5 to <25, it falls within the healthy weight range.

If your BMI is 25.0 to <30, it falls within the overweight range.

If your BMI is 30.0 or higher, it falls within the obesity range.

What other diseases can obesity lead to?

Answer explanation

High Body Mass Index (BMI) can lead to non-communicable diseases such as cardiovascular diseases (mainly heart disease and stroke). It also can cause muscle and bone disorders (especially osteoarthritis – a highly disabling degenerative disease of the joints) and some cancers. The good news is obesity and non-communicable diseases related to it are preventable. People can limit energy intake from fats and sugars and increase the consumption of fruits and vegetables. Additionally, engage in regular physical activity (60 minutes a day for children and 150 minutes spread throughout the week for adults).

adipose tissue can be found where in the body?

• between muscles

• in the intestine

• around the heart

• all of the above