Nutrition Final

Genetics vs Environment: which plays a role in obesity?

• Environment

• genetics

• both are equal

• both but environment plays a bigger role

Non-Modifiable risk factors

• weight

• height

• age

• sex

Researchers measure cardiovascular fitness with VO2 max, which will assess?

• physical fitness

• carbohydrates

• weight

• height

Which component of the diet was attributed to the most deaths world-wide in 2017?

• obesity

• high sodium

• high calcium

• low sodium

what kind of diet is the Mediterranean diet?

• low fat

• calorie deficit

• high carb

• plant based

how do you maintain immune system support?

• key vitamins

• minerals

• protein

• omega 3

• all of them

BMR: keeps the body alive and functioning during rest..

• True

• False

what is recommended for cancer prevention?

• Adequate protein, being physically active, eating more vegetables, fruits, whole grains and legumes

• fatty foods, lots of water, somewhat active

• low fat diet

what advantages do sports drinks offer to athletes?

• energy

• electrolytes and hydration

• calcium

the first symptom of dehydration is fatigue

• True

• False