Factors Influencing Health and Body Weight Quiz

Test your knowledge on appetite regulation, body weight, and health factors with these 15 questions.

#1

Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing body weight?

Genetics
Diet
Exercise
Blood type
#2

Which nutrient provides the highest amount of energy per gram?

Protein
Carbohydrate
Fat
Vitamin
#3

Which of the following is a micronutrient?

Protein
Carbohydrate
Vitamin C
Fat
#4

What is the main function of carbohydrates in the body?

Provide energy
Build muscle
Transport oxygen
Regulate metabolism
#5

Which of the following is NOT a consequence of obesity?

Type 2 diabetes
Osteoporosis
Hypertension
Sleep apnea
#6

What is the recommended daily water intake for an average adult?

2 liters
3 liters
5 liters
8 liters
#7

Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating appetite?

Insulin
Leptin
Cortisol
Thyroxine
#8

Which of the following is NOT a psychological factor influencing eating behavior?

Stress
Emotions
Social pressure
Blood type
#9

What term describes the body's ability to regulate its temperature within a narrow range?

Thermogenesis
Thermoregulation
Thyroid function
Thirst mechanism
#10

Which of the following is a long-term consequence of chronic stress on health?

Decreased heart rate
Enhanced immune function
Increased risk of cardiovascular disease
Improved cognitive function
#11

What term describes the phenomenon where people eat more when offered larger portions of food?

Caloric density
Glycemic index
Portion distortion
Satiety index
#12

Which of the following factors has the greatest impact on basal metabolic rate (BMR)?

Age
Gender
Physical activity level
All of the above equally impact BMR
#13

Which of the following hormones is responsible for signaling satiety, or the feeling of fullness?

Ghrelin
Insulin
Leptin
Cortisol
#14

Which of the following nutrients is primarily responsible for repairing body tissues?

Protein
Carbohydrate
Fat
Vitamin
#15

Which of the following factors influences an individual's perception of hunger and fullness?

Hormonal balance
Social environment
Meal timing
All of the above

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