CBN Obesity & Metabolic Disorders

Question 1

Which hormone plays a crucial role in regulating appetite and is often dysregulated in obesity?

Accepted Answer

Leptin

Answer

Leptin is a hormone produced by fat cells that regulates appetite and metabolism, but in obesity, resistance to leptin can develop, leading to increased food intake.

Question 2

What is a key metabolic disorder associated with obesity?

Accepted Answer

Type 2 diabetes

Answer

Obesity is a major risk factor for type 2 diabetes, as excess body fat contributes to insulin resistance and impaired glucose metabolism.

Question 3

Which of the following is a common consequence of metabolic syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Cardiovascular disease

Answer

Metabolic syndrome is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, as it includes conditions like hypertension, hyperglycemia, and dyslipidemia.

Question 4

Which factor contributes most to insulin resistance in obesity?

Accepted Answer

Excess visceral fat

Answer

Excess visceral fat leads to increased inflammation and impaired insulin signaling, a major factor in the development of insulin resistance.

Question 5

Which condition is NOT directly linked to obesity?

Accepted Answer

Multiple sclerosis

Answer

While obesity is a risk factor for many chronic conditions, multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune disorder not directly caused by excess weight.

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CBN Obesity & Metabolic Disorders