The term _______________ refers to the environment that promotes both weight gain and the development of obesity by encouraging consumption of energy and discouraging physical activity.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
obesogenic environment
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The dad of a preschool-age child is worried that his daughter is not getting enough calcium. He would like to know the effects of low calcium intake, current recommendations regarding calcium intake, and good sources of calcium for his daughter. As the school nurse, what would you tell him?
What will be an ideal response?
Factor(s) that increase risk of cardiovascular disease include:
a. smoking. b. physical inactivity. c. obesity. d. a and c e. All of the above
Which factor often causes rapid weight-loss diets to fail and weight to be regained?
a. feelings of hunger and deprivation b. lack of monitoring by professional health care professionals c. sugar withdrawal d. negative side effects such as headaches e. caffeine withdrawal