​Sarcopenia Means _____

question 23

Multiple Choice

​Sarcopenia means _____.

• A) ​lack of appetite
• B) ​loss of muscle associated with aging
• C) ​weight below the 5th percentile for age
• D) ​loss of fat mass due to illness
• E) ​loss of saliva

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Definitions:

Compulsive Overeating

An eating disorder characterized by periods of uncontrollable, excessive eating beyond the point of feeling comfortably full.

Binge Eating

A pattern of disordered eating which consists of episodes of uncontrollably eating large quantities of food in a short period of time.

Substance Abuse

The excessive use of substances, including alcohol and drugs, leading to addiction and negative health effects.

Recreational Drugs

Substances taken for pleasure or leisure purposes, rather than for medical reasons, which can include alcohol, tobacco, and illegal drugs.