Which of the Following Practices Reflects Traditional Health and Illness

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following practices reflects traditional health and illness beliefs/practices of those of African heritage?

• A)Health is the reward for good behavior.
• B)Balance of the body and spirit
• C)The wearing of jade amulets
• D)Health is harmony with nature.

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Definitions:

Set-Point

The concept that every person possesses a genetically predetermined set of weight and temperature boundaries that their body aims to regulate in order to remain in peak health condition.

Genetic Explanation

An explanation for traits, behaviors, or conditions based on genes and heredity, emphasizing the influence of genetic makeup on individuals.

Obesity Rates

The proportion of individuals in a population who classify as obese based on body mass index (BMI) criteria.

Satiation

The feeling of fullness and satisfaction that occurs during a meal and halts eating, which helps to regulate food intake.