Question 1

Which two minerals are thought to assist with the functions of insulin?

Accepted Answer

A)  iron and copper 
B)  iron and zinc 
C)  iron and chromium 
D)  chromium and zinc 
E)  chromium and vanadium 
A)  iron and copper 
B)  iron and zinc 
C)  iron and chromium 
D)  chromium and zinc 
E)  chromium and vanadium

Question 2

Vanadium has been found to enhance body composition and physical performance and vanadium
supplementation is safe for all athletes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which vitamin and mineral combination provides the best possible nutritional defense against the development of osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

A)  thiamin and selenium 
B)  A and iron 
C)  C and phosphorus 
D)  D and calcium 
E)  E and sodium 
A)  thiamin and selenium 
B)  A and iron 
C)  C and phosphorus 
D)  D and calcium 
E)  E and sodium

Question 4

Which of the following would not contain heme iron?

Accepted Answer

A)  liver 
B)  dried beans 
C)  fish 
D)  chicken 
E)  beef 
A)  liver 
B)  dried beans 
C)  fish 
D)  chicken 
E)  beef

Question 5

This disease is prevalent in the elderly and may be due to an inadequate calcium intake during childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood?

Accepted Answer

A)  osteoporosis 
B)  rickets 
C)  xerophthalmia 
D)  marasmus 
E)  pernicious anemia 
A)  osteoporosis 
B)  rickets 
C)  xerophthalmia 
D)  marasmus 
E)  pernicious anemia

Question 6

Excessive iron in children may be associated with which one of the following dangers?

Accepted Answer

A)  Iron is depleted from the liver which causes hemochromatosis 
B)  Oxidization of HDL cholesterol, a reaction believed to be one of the causes of atherosclerosis 
C)  High body iron stores have been definitely linked to increased risk of CHD 
D)  Deaths due to overdoses of iron, obtained by eating large amounts of candy-flavored vitamin tablets with iron 
A)  Iron is depleted from the liver which causes hemochromatosis 
B)  Oxidization of HDL cholesterol, a reaction believed to be one of the causes of atherosclerosis 
C)  High body iron stores have been definitely linked to increased risk of CHD 
D)  Deaths due to overdoses of iron, obtained by eating large amounts of candy-flavored vitamin tablets with iron

Question 7

The two KEY NUTRIENTS that are minerals are:

Accepted Answer

A)  iron and copper 
B)  iron and chromium 
C)  iron and calcium 
D)  iron and zinc 
E)  iron and niacin 
A)  iron and copper 
B)  iron and chromium 
C)  iron and calcium 
D)  iron and zinc 
E)  iron and niacin

Question 8

Most minerals are easily and readily absorbed from the intestines.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following statements concerning mineral deficiencies or excesses is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

A)  If the diet intake is sufficient, minerals are readily absorbed from the intestine 
B)  Additional minerals may be needed for the synthesis of new tissues associated with physical training 
C)  The body may absorb more of a mineral from food and excretes less when a deficiency occurs 
D)  Excessive consumption of minerals may cause a number of health problems, even in relatively small doses 
A)  If the diet intake is sufficient, minerals are readily absorbed from the intestine 
B)  Additional minerals may be needed for the synthesis of new tissues associated with physical training 
C)  The body may absorb more of a mineral from food and excretes less when a deficiency occurs 
D)  Excessive consumption of minerals may cause a number of health problems, even in relatively small doses

Question 10

Which of the following is not a trace mineral as per definition?

Accepted Answer

A)  chromium 
B)  iron 
C)  copper 
D)  zinc 
E)  potassium 
A)  chromium 
B)  iron 
C)  copper 
D)  zinc 
E)  potassium

Question 11

The adult AI for calcium is 800 mg/day.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

The female athlete triad refers to:

Accepted Answer

A)  a female athlete who has a dietary deficiency in iron, calcium, and zinc 
B)  a female athlete who has a combination of brittle bones, loss of the menstrual cycle, and disordered eating patterns 
C)  a female who has high estrogen, high bone mineral density, and is an elite athlete 
D)  the three bone fracture sites that occur commonly in female athletes: wrist, vertebrae, and hip 
A)  a female athlete who has a dietary deficiency in iron, calcium, and zinc 
B)  a female athlete who has a combination of brittle bones, loss of the menstrual cycle, and disordered eating patterns 
C)  a female who has high estrogen, high bone mineral density, and is an elite athlete 
D)  the three bone fracture sites that occur commonly in female athletes: wrist, vertebrae, and hip

Question 13

The major function of iron in the body is the formation of compounds essential to the transportation and utilization of oxygen. To further this purpose,

Accepted Answer

A)  approximately 70 percent of the body iron is in storage form. 
B)  the iron that is stored in the tissues is stored principally as compounds called ferritins. 
C)  the vast majority of iron in the body is used to form hemoglobin. 
D)  the body loses 10-15 mg of iron each day. 
A)  approximately 70 percent of the body iron is in storage form. 
B)  the iron that is stored in the tissues is stored principally as compounds called ferritins. 
C)  the vast majority of iron in the body is used to form hemoglobin. 
D)  the body loses 10-15 mg of iron each day.

Question 14

Which of the following is true regarding calcium absorption?

Accepted Answer

A)  Calcium in milk more absorbable because of Vitamin D 
B)  Phytates in legumes and oxalates in spinach increase absorption of calcium 
C)  Excessive sodium intake reduces excretion of calcium 
D)  Excessive protein intake reduces excretion of calcium 
A)  Calcium in milk more absorbable because of Vitamin D 
B)  Phytates in legumes and oxalates in spinach increase absorption of calcium 
C)  Excessive sodium intake reduces excretion of calcium 
D)  Excessive protein intake reduces excretion of calcium

Question 15

Iron supplementation offers no benefit to individuals with normal hemoglobin and iron status.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Boron has been found to enhance athletic performance and the use of boron supplements is recommended.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Magnesium deficiencies may be related to low blood pressure.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

When it comes to calcium balance, the priority of the body is:

Accepted Answer

A)  To excrete about 2/3rds of daily calcium intake through sweat 
B)  To absorb 100% of the calcium the diet provides 
C)  To maintain bone calcium levels, even at the expense of blood levels 
D)  To maintain blood calcium levels, even at the expense of bone 
A)  To excrete about 2/3rds of daily calcium intake through sweat 
B)  To absorb 100% of the calcium the diet provides 
C)  To maintain bone calcium levels, even at the expense of blood levels 
D)  To maintain blood calcium levels, even at the expense of bone

Question 19

Which of the following statements regarding fluoride is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fluoridation of the public water system has been endorsed by over 90 professional health organizations 
B)  Fluoride inhibits bacterial enzymes and demineralization of the tooth 
C)  Excess fluoride strengthens the outer tooth enamel and reduces dental caries 
D)  Brushing teeth with fluoride toothpaste may be helpful in improving dental health 
A)  Fluoridation of the public water system has been endorsed by over 90 professional health organizations 
B)  Fluoride inhibits bacterial enzymes and demineralization of the tooth 
C)  Excess fluoride strengthens the outer tooth enamel and reduces dental caries 
D)  Brushing teeth with fluoride toothpaste may be helpful in improving dental health

Question 20

Zinc is a component of enzymes that are involved in the major pathways of energy metabolism, protein
synthesis, the growth process, and wound healing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which two minerals are thought to assist with the functions of insulin?

Vanadium has been found to enhance body composition and physical performance and vanadium supplementation is safe for all athletes.

Which vitamin and mineral combination provides the best possible nutritional defense against the development of osteoporosis?

Which of the following would not contain heme iron?

This disease is prevalent in the elderly and may be due to an inadequate calcium intake during childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood?

Excessive iron in children may be associated with which one of the following dangers?

The two KEY NUTRIENTS that are minerals are:

Most minerals are easily and readily absorbed from the intestines.

Which of the following statements concerning mineral deficiencies or excesses is INCORRECT?

Which of the following is not a trace mineral as per definition?

The adult AI for calcium is 800 mg/day.

The female athlete triad refers to:

The major function of iron in the body is the formation of compounds essential to the transportation and utilization of oxygen. To further this purpose,

Which of the following is true regarding calcium absorption?

Iron supplementation offers no benefit to individuals with normal hemoglobin and iron status.

Boron has been found to enhance athletic performance and the use of boron supplements is recommended.

Magnesium deficiencies may be related to low blood pressure.

When it comes to calcium balance, the priority of the body is:

Which of the following statements regarding fluoride is INCORRECT?

Zinc is a component of enzymes that are involved in the major pathways of energy metabolism, protein synthesis, the growth process, and wound healing.

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

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

Food Drugs and Related Supplements

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Exam 8: Minerals: the Inorganic Regulators

Which two minerals are thought to assist with the functions of insulin?

Vanadium has been found to enhance body composition and physical performance and vanadium supplementation is safe for all athletes.

Which vitamin and mineral combination provides the best possible nutritional defense against the development of osteoporosis?

Which of the following would not contain heme iron?

This disease is prevalent in the elderly and may be due to an inadequate calcium intake during childhood, adolescence, and young adulthood?

Excessive iron in children may be associated with which one of the following dangers?

The two KEY NUTRIENTS that are minerals are:

Most minerals are easily and readily absorbed from the intestines.

Which of the following statements concerning mineral deficiencies or excesses is INCORRECT?

Which of the following is not a trace mineral as per definition?

The adult AI for calcium is 800 mg/day.

The female athlete triad refers to:

The major function of iron in the body is the formation of compounds essential to the transportation and utilization of oxygen. To further this purpose,

Which of the following is true regarding calcium absorption?

Iron supplementation offers no benefit to individuals with normal hemoglobin and iron status.

Boron has been found to enhance athletic performance and the use of boron supplements is recommended.

Magnesium deficiencies may be related to low blood pressure.

When it comes to calcium balance, the priority of the body is:

Which of the following statements regarding fluoride is INCORRECT?

Zinc is a component of enzymes that are involved in the major pathways of energy metabolism, protein synthesis, the growth process, and wound healing.

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

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

Food Drugs and Related Supplements

Filters