Question 1

Caffeine withdrawal has a significant effect on performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Supplements such as dehydroepiandrosterone and androstenedione are termed _______because they are precursors for testosterone and are thus theorized to increase muscle mass and decrease body fat.

Accepted Answer

A)  prohormones 
B)  None of the answers are correct. 
C)  cohormones 
D)  semihormones 
A)  prohormones 
B)  None of the answers are correct. 
C)  cohormones 
D)  semihormones

Question 3

Which of the following medical problems related to anabolic/androgenic steroids have NOT been documented in recent research reviews?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased aggression, hostility and tendency to commit violent crimes 
B)  Decreased strength of tendons, contributing to the potential for rupture 
C)  Increased bone growth in children and adolescents 
D)  Potentially irreversible appearance in females of secondary male sex characteristics 
A)  Increased aggression, hostility and tendency to commit violent crimes 
B)  Decreased strength of tendons, contributing to the potential for rupture 
C)  Increased bone growth in children and adolescents 
D)  Potentially irreversible appearance in females of secondary male sex characteristics

Question 4

Human growth hormone has been associated with many adverse side effects, with long-term health risks very
well known.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Avoiding drinking milk or eating calcium-rich foods is highly recommended if you drink caffeinated beverages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

There is a positive correlation between drinking a large quantity of alcohol daily over several years (5 or more)
and the onset of cirrhosis and its impact of nutrients metabolism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Several years after discontinuing usage, strength athletes who used anabolic/androgenic steroids are back to
relatively normal risk for heart attack.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which of the following statements about the use of hormones or drugs to gain body weight is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Testosterone is effective in increasing muscle mass, but not strength 
B)  The long-term health effects of anabolic steroid use are well known and documented 
C)  Anabolic/androgenic steroids may increase muscle mass and strength, but have been associated with
Medical problems, from the relatively minor acne to coronary heart disease 
D)  HGH has been shown to be effective in increasing muscle size and strength 
A)  Testosterone is effective in increasing muscle mass, but not strength 
B)  The long-term health effects of anabolic steroid use are well known and documented 
C)  Anabolic/androgenic steroids may increase muscle mass and strength, but have been associated with
Medical problems, from the relatively minor acne to coronary heart disease 
D)  HGH has been shown to be effective in increasing muscle size and strength

Question 9

Recent estimates indicate 30 percent all automobile-crash fatalities are alcohol related.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A 6-ounce cup of perked coffee contains an average range of 200-300 milligrams of caffeine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Testosterone has been shown to increase strength even without resistance training.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The most immediate effects of alcohol are on the brain, thus, the damage to the central nervous system is the
only significant health hazard.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Alcohol has a causal relationship with over 60 medical conditions and it is a major public health concern.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Surveys indicate that approximately______ of boys and_______ of girls have used anabolic/androgenic steroids.

Accepted Answer

A)  0-1% and 4-5% 
B)  2-3% and 3-4% 
C)  3-4% and 2-3% 
D)  4-6% and 1-2% 
A)  0-1% and 4-5% 
B)  2-3% and 3-4% 
C)  3-4% and 2-3% 
D)  4-6% and 1-2%

Question 15

Numerous research studies with the dietary supplements dehydroepiandrosterone and androstenedione (andro) have shown these products are effective as a means to increase serum testosterone levels and stimulate gains in muscle mass, strength and power.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

About how many milligrams of caffeine are in an 8-ounce cup of instant coffee?

Accepted Answer

A)  25-30 
B)  65-100 
C)  1,000 
D)  300-400 
E)  500-600 
A)  25-30 
B)  65-100 
C)  1,000 
D)  300-400 
E)  500-600

Question 17

Which of the following best describes the action of ginseng in the body?

Accepted Answer

A)  There is research suggesting ginseng use improves physical performance in humans 
B)  It is most effective in assisting with sleep and gastrointestinal disorders 
C)  It acts as an immune depressant and may influence the development of cancers 
D)  It is believed to influence neural and hormonal activity in the body 
A)  There is research suggesting ginseng use improves physical performance in humans 
B)  It is most effective in assisting with sleep and gastrointestinal disorders 
C)  It acts as an immune depressant and may influence the development of cancers 
D)  It is believed to influence neural and hormonal activity in the body

Question 18

Some sports scientists contend that optimizing nutritional strategies for athletes is a key to preventing use and
abuse of anabolic/androgenic drugs in sport.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Recent position stands by both the International Society of Sports Nutrition and the American College of Sports
Medicine conclude that caffeine supplementation may help enhance aerobic endurance performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Studies conducted with commercial herbal-based sports supplements generally report no significant ergogenic
effects.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Caffeine withdrawal has a significant effect on performance.

Supplements such as dehydroepiandrosterone and androstenedione are termed _______because they are precursors for testosterone and are thus theorized to increase muscle mass and decrease body fat.

Which of the following medical problems related to anabolic/androgenic steroids have NOT been documented in recent research reviews?

Human growth hormone has been associated with many adverse side effects, with long-term health risks very well known.

Avoiding drinking milk or eating calcium-rich foods is highly recommended if you drink caffeinated beverages.

There is a positive correlation between drinking a large quantity of alcohol daily over several years (5 or more) and the onset of cirrhosis and its impact of nutrients metabolism.

Several years after discontinuing usage, strength athletes who used anabolic/androgenic steroids are back to relatively normal risk for heart attack.

Which of the following statements about the use of hormones or drugs to gain body weight is true?

Recent estimates indicate 30 percent all automobile-crash fatalities are alcohol related.

A 6-ounce cup of perked coffee contains an average range of 200-300 milligrams of caffeine.

Testosterone has been shown to increase strength even without resistance training.

The most immediate effects of alcohol are on the brain, thus, the damage to the central nervous system is the only significant health hazard.

Alcohol has a causal relationship with over 60 medical conditions and it is a major public health concern.

Surveys indicate that approximately of boys and_ of girls have used anabolic/androgenic steroids.

Numerous research studies with the dietary supplements dehydroepiandrosterone and androstenedione (andro) have shown these products are effective as a means to increase serum testosterone levels and stimulate gains in muscle mass, strength and power.

About how many milligrams of caffeine are in an 8-ounce cup of instant coffee?

Which of the following best describes the action of ginseng in the body?

Some sports scientists contend that optimizing nutritional strategies for athletes is a key to preventing use and abuse of anabolic/androgenic drugs in sport.

Recent position stands by both the International Society of Sports Nutrition and the American College of Sports Medicine conclude that caffeine supplementation may help enhance aerobic endurance performance.

Studies conducted with commercial herbal-based sports supplements generally report no significant ergogenic effects.

Introduction to Nutrition for Health, Fitness, and Sports Performance

Healthful Nutrition for Fitness and Sport: the Consumer Athlete

Human Energy

Carbohydrates: the Main Energy Food

Fat: an Important Energy Source During Exercise

Protein: the Tissue Builder

Vitamins: the Organic Regulators

Minerals: the Inorganic Regulators

Water, Electrolytes and Temperature Regulation

Body Weight and Composition for Health and Sport

Weight Maintenance and Loss Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

Weight Gaining Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

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Caffeine withdrawal has a significant effect on performance.

Supplements such as dehydroepiandrosterone and androstenedione are termed _______because they are precursors for testosterone and are thus theorized to increase muscle mass and decrease body fat.

Which of the following medical problems related to anabolic/androgenic steroids have NOT been documented in recent research reviews?

Human growth hormone has been associated with many adverse side effects, with long-term health risks very well known.

Avoiding drinking milk or eating calcium-rich foods is highly recommended if you drink caffeinated beverages.

There is a positive correlation between drinking a large quantity of alcohol daily over several years (5 or more) and the onset of cirrhosis and its impact of nutrients metabolism.

Several years after discontinuing usage, strength athletes who used anabolic/androgenic steroids are back to relatively normal risk for heart attack.

Which of the following statements about the use of hormones or drugs to gain body weight is true?

Recent estimates indicate 30 percent all automobile-crash fatalities are alcohol related.

A 6-ounce cup of perked coffee contains an average range of 200-300 milligrams of caffeine.

Testosterone has been shown to increase strength even without resistance training.

The most immediate effects of alcohol are on the brain, thus, the damage to the central nervous system is the only significant health hazard.

Alcohol has a causal relationship with over 60 medical conditions and it is a major public health concern.

Surveys indicate that approximately______ of boys and_______ of girls have used anabolic/androgenic steroids.

Numerous research studies with the dietary supplements dehydroepiandrosterone and androstenedione (andro) have shown these products are effective as a means to increase serum testosterone levels and stimulate gains in muscle mass, strength and power.

About how many milligrams of caffeine are in an 8-ounce cup of instant coffee?

Which of the following best describes the action of ginseng in the body?

Some sports scientists contend that optimizing nutritional strategies for athletes is a key to preventing use and abuse of anabolic/androgenic drugs in sport.

Recent position stands by both the International Society of Sports Nutrition and the American College of Sports Medicine conclude that caffeine supplementation may help enhance aerobic endurance performance.

Studies conducted with commercial herbal-based sports supplements generally report no significant ergogenic effects.

Introduction to Nutrition for Health, Fitness, and Sports Performance

Healthful Nutrition for Fitness and Sport: the Consumer Athlete

Human Energy

Carbohydrates: the Main Energy Food

Fat: an Important Energy Source During Exercise

Protein: the Tissue Builder

Vitamins: the Organic Regulators

Minerals: the Inorganic Regulators

Water, Electrolytes and Temperature Regulation

Body Weight and Composition for Health and Sport

Weight Maintenance and Loss Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

Weight Gaining Through Proper Nutrition and Exercise

Filters

Surveys indicate that approximately of boys and_ of girls have used anabolic/androgenic steroids.