Chapter 13: Lecture Review Questions

1. Define the following terms:

a. healthy weight

b. underweight

c. overweight

d. obesity

e. morbid obesity

2. Define BMI and how it is calculated. Give the pros and cons of using this method.

3. Define BMR and energy balance.

4. Explain causes for weight loss.

5. Explain causes for weight gain.

6. Name six ways of achieving and maintaining a healthful body weight.

7. Name factors involved with disordered eating behaviors.

8. Explain the signs, risk factors, and treatment options for anorexia nervosa.

9. Explain the signs, risk factors, and treatment for bulimia nervosa.

10. Research a diet/weight loss program and be able to give the pros and cons on recommending this diet/program.