Question

1.) Subjects in a large 20-year study of lifestyle factors and weight change gained an average of 20 pounds in 20 years. Less exercise led to weight gain, but the kinds of foods people ate had a larger effect than changes in physical activity. Increased consumption of French fries alone led to an average weight gain of 3.4 pounds every 4 years. Greater intake of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, yogurt, and nuts resulted in weight loss or no gain. The results of this study show how small changes in eating, exercise, and other habits can result in large changes in body weight over the years.

The study design was a

• prospective cohort study.

• randomized, controlled trial.

• retrospective cohort study.

• case-control study.

2.) Previously published clinical trials have assessed the efficacy of lorcaserin for weight loss in overweight and obese populations, but this trial specifically included patients with type 2 diabetes. Why was it important to assess the drug in a diabetic population?

• Weight loss is difficult for patients with type 2 diabetes.Weight loss is difficult for patients with type 2 diabetes.

• Most people with diabetes are overweight or obese.Most people with diabetes are overweight or obese.

• Moderate weight loss can improve glycemic control.Moderate weight loss can improve glycemic control.

• Lorcaserin is toxic to the cells of the pancreas.Lorcaserin is toxic to the cells of the pancreas.

Could you please help me with these nutrition questions

Answer 1

1. Subjects in a large 20-year study of lifestyle factors and weight change gained an average of 20 pounds in 20 years.

This study is an example of a prospective cohort study because the study follows participants 20 years to know the effects.

Answer - prospective cohort study.

2. Previously published clinical trials have assessed the efficacy of lorcaserin for weight loss in overweight and obese populations, but this trial specifically included patients with type 2 diabetes because Most people with diabetes are overweight or obese and Moderate weight loss can improve glycemic control.

Answer - Most people with diabetes are overweight or obese and Moderate weight loss can improve glycemic control.