Which of the following is a feature of energy intake and longevity?
a. Improvements in longevity with energy restriction depend on reducing energy intake but not on the amount of body fat
b. Restriction of energy intake in genetically obese animals does not seem to improve longevity
c. Biochemical markers for longevity in humans are improved only when energy intake is reduced by at least one-third
d. The activities of the genes of older mice on energy-restricted diets are similar to those of mice on standard diets
a
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Which statement explains the association between a risk factor and the development of a disease?
a. All people with the risk factor will develop the disease. b. The absence of a risk factor guarantees freedom from the disease. c. The more risk factors for a disease, the greater the chance of developing that disease. d. The presence of a factor such as heredity can be modified to lower the risk of degenerative diseases. e. Risk factors tend to be short-lived, so their presence does not predict long-term risk of disease.
Zoe's resting blood pressure of 115/80 mmHg and her fasting blood triglyerides are 140 mg/dL. Based on her blood pressure and blood triglycerides, Zoe has metabolic syndrome.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
Most athletes consuming a typical U.S. diet normally have enough glycogen stores to fuel continuous, intense exercise for about _____ hours
a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5 e. 6
Physical activity reduces cancer risk, but only when the physical activity results in weight loss
Indicate whether the statement is true or false