Obesity and Metabolism

Above what BMI is considered to be obese?

• 22+

• 25+

• 30+

• 35+

The main cause of obesity is people eating less calories that they burn?

• True

• False

Processed foods are high in what nutrients and can cause obesity?

• Sugar and saturated fats

• Protein and vitamins

• Fibre and minerals

It is recommended that people with obesity should eat lots of fruit and vegetables because the _________ present keeps them fuller for longer

• Protein

• Fibre

• Fat

People with obesity need to cut down on saturated fats. Which two foods below contain saturated fats?

• Butter

• Vegetables

• Red meat

• Nuts

Chose the three risk factors associated with obesity.

• CHD (heart disease)

• Stronger bones and teeth

• Diabetes (type 2)

• Joint pain and arthritis