Study Guide

You have been asked to evaluate the "Wellness" of your class. Explain the part of "being well", define them as learned in class and then give an example for each aspect. Where would you place your self on the wellness continuum)premature death to optimal health)? Why?

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You are developing a brochure for a local weight management group, addressing the topic of "influences on Food Choice". Of the various influences discussed in class and covered in the text, list and give examples for three of the influences.

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Define Nutrition.

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Define Portion Size.

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Using the attached article, evaluate the media headline using the steps given in class and in your notes.

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Which of the following best represents and epidemiological research question?

• How does the rate of heart disease among people who consume high-fiber diets compare to the rate of heart disease among people who eat low-fiber diets?

• What is the average daily protein intake of Native Americans?

• Who tends to eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, teenage boys or girls?

• All the above

Who is primarily responsible for healthy lifestyle choices?

• An individual's choice

• A person's parents

• Health care providers

• Society

Which statement below is the best example of how religion influences food choices?

• Friends persuade a person to try a new food.

• Hindu people do not eat beef.

• Tacos and tortillas are popular in the Southwest.

• The media promotes a new product.

Which factor is reported to have the greatest influence on people's state of health and wellness?

• Environmental quality

• Heredity

• Lifestyle Choices

• The health care system

Which wellness factor is most associated with heredity?

• Having no physician living in the local area

• Having one parent diagnosed as a diabetic

• Living near a hazardous waste dump

• Living with a family member who smokes