Nutrition+WG

1. What is the rationale behind using BMI to judge obesity? It gives you an idea of how much your weight is due to adipose tissue.

2. What disorders are associated with obesity? Hypertension, cardiovascular disease, stroke, gallbladder, etc.

3. Why might carbohydrates be the cause of the obesity epidemic today? There are some carbohydrates that are harmful. A high amount of glycemic index, which is found in some foods, is a cause for obesity.

4. Why might fats be the cause of the obesity epidemic today? because people take to much intake of it. At least more than what they should be taking on a daily basis.

5. What types of fats are dangerous to our health? Essential fatty acids.

6. What type of fat is protective for cardiovascular disease? The type of fat is called plaque.

7. Proteins provide the essential amino acids; why shouldn't they be eaten as an  Energy source? Because it contains linolenic acid, which are two fatty acids the body cannot make.

8. What is the chief contribution of each of these in the body -- carbohydrates, proteins, fats, fruits, and vegetables? Carbohydrates provide great source of vitamins, minerals, and fibers. Proteins provide amino acids and it builds muscle. Fats provide calories. Fruits and vegetables help maintain capillaries, bones, and teeth, which falls under the Vitamin C category.

9. In general, what does the USDA food pyramid tell you? It helps you decide how the calories in your body should be distributed among the foods to eat. 10. Name and describe four eating disorders. 1. Anorexia nervosa 2. Binge-eating disorder 3. Muscle dysmorphia 4. Bulimia nervosa