Calorie Quiz

How many calories are equivalent to one pound?

• 1500 calories

• 2500 calories

• 3500 calories

• 4500 calories

How many calories per gram do carbohydrates and proteins have?

• 2 cal/gram

• 4 cal/gram

• 6 cal/gram

• 8 cal/gram

Which macronutrient has the highest calories per gram?

• Carbohydrates

• Proteins

• Fats

• Vitamins

Which of the following is another method to achieve a 3500 calorie deficit per week?

• Burn 500 more calories per day

• Eat 250 more calories per day

• Burn 250 less calories per day

• Eat 500 more calories per day

What is the significance of the number 3500 in the context of weight loss?

• Calories needed to gain one pound

• Calories needed to lose one pound

• Calories needed to maintain weight

• Calories needed to gain muscle

What does it mean to be overweight?

• Weighing over 10% the standard weight for height

• Weighing under 10% the standard weight for height

• Having excess body fat

• Having a low body mass index

What percentage below normal weight is considered underweight?

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

Which of the following is NOT a factor mentioned that can lead to weight gain?

• Sedentary lifestyle

• Food habits

• Heredity

• High protein intake

Which of the following is a potential health problem associated with excess weight?

• Improved lung function

• Diabetes

• Increased energy levels

• Enhanced immune system

Which of the following is a potential health problem for underweight individuals related to immune function?

• Enhanced immunity

• Inability to fight off disease and infection

• Overactive immune response

• Autoimmune diseases