HS MISC - Midterm 3 Study Guide Nutrition.
Midterm 3 Study Guide Nutrition/Midterm 3 Study Guide Nutrition. What is the BMI scale?: Less than 18.5 is considered underweight; 18.5 - 24.9 is considered normal weight; 25 - 29.9 is overweight; greater than 30 is considered obese; & greater than 40 is considered morbidly obese What is the ideal BMI according to the CDC?: 18.5 - 24.9 What factors control our weight?: Genetics 50-70% → environment 30-50% → behavior What do each of these factors entail?: Genetics determines susceptibility to obesity; environment includes food & built environment; & behavior is the choices we make What is the ideal body fat composition for women? For men?: 21-24% for women & 14-17% for men
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