Body mass index (BMI) is a ____
A) measure of how much muscle mass an athlete should have
B) method of measuring body composition
C) formula that predicts the best weight for performance and health
D) screening tool for the general population that helps individuals determine a "healthy weight" range
D
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Metabolic syndrome is related to a cluster of metabolic abnormalities that include _____.
A. low fasting blood glucose levels B. abdominal obesity C. low LDL levels D. high HDL levels E. low blood pressure
Extra virgin olive oil is an excellent choice as a replacement for butter because:
a. it has a less bitter flavor than lighter oils. b. it is lower in kcalories than butter. c. its monounsaturated fats raise HDL cholesterol. d. its phytochemicals interfere with the inflammatory process.
What is the name given to partially digested food in the stomach?
a. Chyme b. Liquid food c. Gastric mucus d. Semiliquid mass
A commercial muffin mix is described as "rich formula", which means it contains:
a. high proportions of sugar and shortening b. high-fructose corn syrup instead of crystalline sugar c. high amounts of whey instead of nonfat dry milk solids d. more chemical leavening than is used in "lean formula"