Excessive adipose tissue located in the hips and thighs is associated with increased risk of type 2 diabetes, hypertension, and coronary heart disease, even when BMI is within the healthy weight range
a. True
b. False
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
False
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Which of the following is NOT a major reason why obesity increases the risk of chronic disease and premature death?
a.) The excess fat mass puts a strain on the body and critical organs. b.) Excess adipose causes chronic, low-grade inflammation through the body. c.) Adipose tissue of obese individuals is invaded by large numbers of immune cells. d.) Enlarged fat cells produce excess hormones that circulate in blood.
The notion that too much food can block "ki" (energy) is a traditional ____ belief
a. Chinese b. Italian c. Korean d. Mexican
A diet providing 60% of energy as carbohydrate, 20% as protein, and 20% as fat is appropriate for a 6-year-old child
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The most common lipid in the body and in foods is
A) monoglycerides. B) triglycerides. C) glycerides. D) diglycerides.