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- 1. Multiple Choice
What is the worldwide prevalence of obesity?
a) 11 %
b) 13 %
c) 15 %
d) 39 %
- 2. Multiple Choice
What is the definition of overweight?
a) BMI > 25 kg/m2
b) BMI = 25 kg/m2
c) BMI 25-29.9 kg/m2
d) BMI 25-30 kg/m2
- 3. Multiple Choice
What are the main causes of the obesity epidemic?
a) Increased energy quantity/density and a more sedentary life-style
b) Decreased leisure time activity
c) Changes in genetic profiles
d) None of the options given is correct
- 4. Multiple Choice
Which of the following diseases does obesity increase the risk of developing?
a) Type 2 diabetes
b) Cancer
c) Cardiovascular disease
d) All of the options given are correct
- 5. Multiple Choice
What is the energy need of a sedentary 43-year old woman who weighs 63 kg?
a) 1250 kcal/day
b) 1350 kcal/day
c) 1525 kcal/day
d) 1800 kcal/day
- 6. Multiple Choice
Why were low-carbohydrate diets not recommended previously?
a) Due to less weight loss efficacy
b) Due to low adherence to the diet
c) Due to the high protein content of the diet
d) Due to possible cardiovascular side-effects
- 7. Multiple Choice
What type of diet is recommended for weight maintenance?
a) Low protein and low GI
b) High protein and high GI
c) Low protein and high GI
d) High protein and low GI
- 8. Multiple Choice
Bariatric surgery is used for obesity treatment but how much is the incidence of type 2 diabetes reduced in obese individuals after surgery?
a) 80-90%
b) No reduction in the incidence
c) Approximately 50 %
d) None of the options given is correct
- 9. Multiple Choice
Which of the mechanisms below can explain why high protein diets are optimal for weight loss and weight maintenance?
a) Synergistic effect of GLP-1 and PYY on the appetite centres in the brain
b) Preservation of lean body mass
c) A higher thermic effect of protein than carbohydrates and fats
d) All of the options above
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