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The graph indicates the prevalence of obesity among children and adolescents in the United States from 2009 to 2010.

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A
A large difference in obesity diagnoses exists within the male group.
H
Healthy eating habits should be encouraged and implemented early in life.
O
Obesity is much higher in teenage girls than in teenage boys.
T
Teenagers have a minimal risk of developing obesity as they reach adulthood.
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most likely

e
enjoying a slice of cake once a month
c
consuming foods with added sugars daily
m
making a poor eating choice during a special occasion
e
eating a high-calorie food one time during the year
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Which action is an example of someone taking action to accept personal responsibility for eating right?

c
continuing to eat while watching television
c
consuming high-fat foods every day
w
writing down foods consumed at each meal in a day
g
going to the store on an empty stomach
4

Which statement describes a benefit of using a personal food log?

A
It creates a personal inventory of current eating habits.
B
It evaluates the nutrients that are consumed by friends and family.
C
It guarantees that caloric intake is reduced to a healthy level.
D
It categorizes a list of chronic diseases to which a person is most susceptible.
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best

A
Adolescent children adopt unhealthy eating practices and a sedentary lifestyle.
C
Chronic diseases are prevalent among people of all ages, especially those over the age of 60.
C
Chronic diseases occur during adulthood, when the prevalence of obesity is lowest.
E
Each healthy eating decision increases the risk of developing chronic disease later in life.
6

Which statement describes a way to treat diabetes through nutritional choices?

C
Choose a diet that is high in red meats.
C
Consume foods that have added sugar.
I
Incorporate a large amount of refined carbohydrates into the diet.
C
Consume fewer sugars.
7

Which of these sources provides reliable information on nutrition?

f
family and friends
m
medical associations
m
magazine ads
s
social media posts
8

Which is a long-term benefit of healthy eating?

A
There is a decreased chance of developing osteoporosis.
B
Bones are weaker as a result of the rich minerals found in the diet.
C
There is an increase in cholesterol plaque buildup within the blood vessels.
D
Blood sugar levels increase so that the pancreas functions properly.
9

Which action is a way to best help remove the personal barrier of eating fast food?

A
Skip eating a meal.
B
Plan meals ahead of time.
C
Purchase processed TV dinners.
D
Eat meals in the car.
10

What could happen to a person’s body as a result of unhealthy eating and a sedentary lifestyle?

T
The digestive system would safely regulate blood sugar levels.
A
A balance of energy would occur due to equal caloric input and output.
A
A buildup of cholesterol plaque would begin in the bloodstream.
C
Cells would be able to perform normal cell function and maintenance.
11

Which of these sources provides reliable information on nutrition?

A
family and friends
B
medical associations
C
magazine ads
D
social media posts
12

Which statement best explains how chronic diseases are linked to poor eating choices?

A
Adolescent children adopt unhealthy eating practices and a sedentary lifestyle.
B
Chronic diseases are prevalent among people of all ages, especially those over the age of 60.
C
Chronic diseases occur during adulthood, when the prevalence of obesity is lowest.
D
Each healthy eating decision increases the risk of developing chronic disease later in life.
13

Which action for healthier eating should be placed in the missing box?

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A
Draft a list of three healthy goals to achieve in three months.
B
Write a list of favorite foods to eat on unhealthy eating days.
C
Create a meal plan that does not meet minimum nutritional values.
D
Construct a schedule that reduces running days from three to two.
14

How do people benefit from a healthy nutritional diet?

A
They contend with an energy imbalance.
B
They must allot more money toward healthcare costs.
C
They face the reality of having a shorter life span.
D
They experience a lower risk of developing heart disease.
15

Which statement best describes a reason for developing unhealthy eating habits?

A
All family members exercise three days a week.
B
The costs associated with purchasing fruit are low.
C
The nearest grocery store is more than 50 miles away.
D
Low-cost healthcare is located close to home.
16

The graph indicates the prevalence of obesity among children and adolescents in the United States from 2009 to 2010.

Question illustration
A
A large difference in obesity diagnoses exists within the male group.
B
Healthy eating habits should be encouraged and implemented early in life.
C
Obesity is much higher in teenage girls than in teenage boys.
D
Teenagers have a minimal risk of developing obesity as they reach adulthood.
17

Which is a long-term benefit of healthy eating?

A
There is a decreased chance of developing osteoporosis.
B
Bones are weaker as a result of the rich minerals found in the diet.
C
There is an increase in cholesterol plaque buildup within the blood vessels.
D
Blood sugar levels increase so that the pancreas functions properly.
18

How would eating fruits, vegetables, and whole grains instead of processed high-fat foods most likely affect a person’s health?

A
The person’s blood pressure levels would increase.
B
The person would decrease the chances of having a stroke.
C
The person would reduce the risk of developing skin cancer.
D
The person’s risk of developing heart disease would slowly increase.
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Which statement describes a benefit of using a personal food log?

A
It creates a personal inventory of current eating habits.
B
It evaluates the nutrients that are consumed by friends and family.
C
It guarantees that caloric intake is reduced to a healthy level.
D
It categorizes a list of chronic diseases to which a person is most susceptible.
20

Which change could people make to their diet to reduce adverse health effects?

A
Choose an all-natural sugar for cooking.
B
Use oils that are high in saturated fat.
C
Consume a diverse range of refined grains.
D
Purchase a wide variety of prepackaged foods.

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