Author Question: Describe what is meant by the term obesogenic environment. Discuss how one might reduce these ... (Read 69 times)

karlynnae · **on:** Aug 20, 2018

Describe what is meant by the term obesogenic environment. Discuss how one might reduce these effects to achieve successful weight loss.

Question 2

Kati is a 27-year-old Caucasian who works as a bank teller. She is 5'3 tall and weighs 102 pounds. She began experiencing recurrent gastrointestinal disturbances such as diarrhea, steatorrhea, and flatulence several months ago. She made an appointment with her physician after noticing that she was losing weight. Laboratory tests confirmed a diagnosis of celiac disease.
Kati should be instructed to avoid _____ until her intestine has recovered.

a. sodium
b. fat
c. lactose
d. fructose

lindahyatt42 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 20, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Obesogenic environment refers to the sum of the influences that the environment has on one's ability to control his or her weight. Food advertising, easy availability and lower cost of non-nutritious foods and beverages, larger portions served in fast food and sit down restaurants, and added fat and sugar in many foods work against healthy eating and contribute towards the obesity epidemic. Increases in technology have led to decreased physical activity, and occupations, social factors, and relationships may all cause significant stress.
Significant lifestyle changes are required to combat this, such as limiting viewing of television and other advertising, cutting back on convenience foods and meals eaten out, increasing physical activity, and adopting stress-reduction techniques.

Answer to Question 2

c