Understanding Body Fat and Health

What is the purpose of using a DEXA machine in the study of body fat?

• To determine the percentage and location of body fat

• To assess cardiovascular health

• To calculate muscle mass

• To measure bone density

What happens to fat cells when a person consumes more junk food and exercises less?

• The number of fat cells decreases

• The fat cells shrink in size

• The fat cells increase in size

• The number of fat cells remains constant

Why is it important to manage the number of fat cells during childhood?

• To avoid muscle loss

• To ensure proper brain development

• To prevent obesity in adulthood

• To maintain a high metabolism

What can happen if fat accumulates in the liver due to an unhealthy diet?

• The liver produces more enzymes

• The liver starts to shrink

• The liver becomes more efficient

• The liver may stop functioning properly

How can maintaining a balanced diet and regular exercise benefit your body in the long term?

• It ensures the right number and size of fat cells

• It reduces muscle mass

• It increases the number of fat cells

• It eliminates all fat cells