Question 1

The consumption of individual amino acids

Accepted Answer

A)  may lead to an increase in appetite. 
B)  may interfere with the absorption of other essential amino acids. 
C)  may lead to a cardiopulmonary disorder known as eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome. 
D)  is recommended as safe by the FDA. 
A)  may lead to an increase in appetite. 
B)  may interfere with the absorption of other essential amino acids. 
C)  may lead to a cardiopulmonary disorder known as eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome. 
D)  is recommended as safe by the FDA.

Question 2

Most well-controlled research involving acute BCCA supplementation has reported no significant
ergogenic effects on exercise performance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following is not an essential amino acid?

Accepted Answer

A)  alanine 
B)  leucine 
C)  isoleucine 
D)  valine 
E)  tryptophan 
A)  alanine 
B)  leucine 
C)  isoleucine 
D)  valine 
E)  tryptophan

Question 4

Throughout the life cycle, the protein RDA per unit body weight decreases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following statements concerning protein metabolism and exercise is NOT true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Weight training promotes synthesis of the contractile muscle proteins 
B)  The effect of training in producing a positive protein balance during the recovery period depends on
An adequate supply of protein and Calories 
C)  Aerobic exercise stimulates synthesis of oxidative and mitochondria enzymes 
D)  After exercise, protein balance is at the very most maintained, but is usually negative 
A)  Weight training promotes synthesis of the contractile muscle proteins 
B)  The effect of training in producing a positive protein balance during the recovery period depends on
An adequate supply of protein and Calories 
C)  Aerobic exercise stimulates synthesis of oxidative and mitochondria enzymes 
D)  After exercise, protein balance is at the very most maintained, but is usually negative

Question 6

Protein complementarity is based on the concept when a combination of food sources supplies the body with all essential amino acids to satisfy the dietary requirement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When discussing the possible ergogenic effect of specific amino acids, which statement is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Inosine supplementation does not have an ergogenic effect on aerobic endurance performance. 
B) Glycine is involved in the formation of phosphocreatine and has been recently shown to positively affect physical performance. 
C) Creatine supplementation has improved performance in very-high-intensity exercise endeavors, those lasting less than 30 seconds. 
D) An increased blood level of free fatty acids and a decreased level of blood ammonia have been
Reported in some early and contemporary studies involving aspartates. 
A)  Inosine supplementation does not have an ergogenic effect on aerobic endurance performance. 
B) Glycine is involved in the formation of phosphocreatine and has been recently shown to positively affect physical performance. 
C) Creatine supplementation has improved performance in very-high-intensity exercise endeavors, those lasting less than 30 seconds. 
D) An increased blood level of free fatty acids and a decreased level of blood ammonia have been
Reported in some early and contemporary studies involving aspartates.

Question 8

Short-term protein deficiency is not likely to cause any serious health problems.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

The body can store excess amino acids for later use.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following amino acid is associated with the increase in BCAA oxidation during prolonged exercise?

Accepted Answer

A)  Leucine 
B)  Methionine 
C)  Lysine 
D)  Proline 
A)  Leucine 
B)  Methionine 
C)  Lysine 
D)  Proline

Question 11

Which of the following is not an example of complementary proteins?

Accepted Answer

A)  corn tortilla and wheat bread 
B)  whole wheat bread and beans 
C)  Spanish rice and refried beans 
D)  Peanut butter and whole wheat bread 
E)  Corn and lima beans (Succotash) 
A)  corn tortilla and wheat bread 
B)  whole wheat bread and beans 
C)  Spanish rice and refried beans 
D)  Peanut butter and whole wheat bread 
E)  Corn and lima beans (Succotash)

Question 12

If even one of the twenty amino acids necessary for protein synthesis is in short supply, protein
construction may be blocked.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

All of the following are true physiological functions exhibited by protein EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  it forms the structural basis of muscle tissue. 
B)  it is the major component of most enzymes in the muscle. 
C)  it is the major energy source during exercise. 
D)  All of the answers are correct. 
A)  it forms the structural basis of muscle tissue. 
B)  it is the major component of most enzymes in the muscle. 
C)  it is the major energy source during exercise. 
D)  All of the answers are correct.

Question 14

Which of the following statements relative to protein and exercise is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) protein may be catabolized during exercise and used as an energy source, but the contribution generally is about 5-6 percent or less 
B)  carbohydrate intake may exert a protein-sparing effect during exercise 
C)  very low levels of protein intake during training may lead to the development of a condition known as sports anemia 
D) research has shown that individuals who are training to gain weight need about 6 to 8 grams of protein per kilogram body weight 
E) in general, research has shown that protein supplementation above the RDA will not improve physiological performance capacity during exercise 
A) protein may be catabolized during exercise and used as an energy source, but the contribution generally is about 5-6 percent or less 
B)  carbohydrate intake may exert a protein-sparing effect during exercise 
C)  very low levels of protein intake during training may lead to the development of a condition known as sports anemia 
D) research has shown that individuals who are training to gain weight need about 6 to 8 grams of protein per kilogram body weight 
E) in general, research has shown that protein supplementation above the RDA will not improve physiological performance capacity during exercise

Question 15

There is a positive correlation between the production of acidic urine, the excess of calcium bone loss and the decrease in bone density.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following amino acids is the most important means of transporting the amino group to the liver fro excretion as urea?

Accepted Answer

A)  Valine 
B)  Alanine 
C)  Leucine 
D)  Threonine 
A)  Valine 
B)  Alanine 
C)  Leucine 
D)  Threonine

Question 17

Recent recommendations, based on reputable research, list the range for dietary protein to be from 10-
30 grams of protein per kilogram body weight per day.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Proteinuria has been observed in a variety of sports, and research suggests that the greater the intensity
of the exercise, the greater the loss of protein.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

The consumption of individual amino acids

Most well-controlled research involving acute BCCA supplementation has reported no significant ergogenic effects on exercise performance.

Which of the following is not an essential amino acid?

Throughout the life cycle, the protein RDA per unit body weight decreases.

Which of the following statements concerning protein metabolism and exercise is NOT true?

Protein complementarity is based on the concept when a combination of food sources supplies the body with all essential amino acids to satisfy the dietary requirement.

When discussing the possible ergogenic effect of specific amino acids, which statement is FALSE?

Short-term protein deficiency is not likely to cause any serious health problems.

The body can store excess amino acids for later use.

Which of the following amino acid is associated with the increase in BCAA oxidation during prolonged exercise?

Which of the following is not an example of complementary proteins?

If even one of the twenty amino acids necessary for protein synthesis is in short supply, protein construction may be blocked.

All of the following are true physiological functions exhibited by protein EXCEPT

Which of the following statements relative to protein and exercise is FALSE?

There is a positive correlation between the production of acidic urine, the excess of calcium bone loss and the decrease in bone density.

Which of the following amino acids is the most important means of transporting the amino group to the liver fro excretion as urea?

Recent recommendations, based on reputable research, list the range for dietary protein to be from 10- 30 grams of protein per kilogram body weight per day.

Proteinuria has been observed in a variety of sports, and research suggests that the greater the intensity of the exercise, the greater the loss of protein.

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

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

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Exam 6: Protein: the Tissue Builder

The consumption of individual amino acids

Most well-controlled research involving acute BCCA supplementation has reported no significant ergogenic effects on exercise performance.

Which of the following is not an essential amino acid?

Throughout the life cycle, the protein RDA per unit body weight decreases.

Which of the following statements concerning protein metabolism and exercise is NOT true?

Protein complementarity is based on the concept when a combination of food sources supplies the body with all essential amino acids to satisfy the dietary requirement.

When discussing the possible ergogenic effect of specific amino acids, which statement is FALSE?

Short-term protein deficiency is not likely to cause any serious health problems.

The body can store excess amino acids for later use.

Which of the following amino acid is associated with the increase in BCAA oxidation during prolonged exercise?

Which of the following is not an example of complementary proteins?

If even one of the twenty amino acids necessary for protein synthesis is in short supply, protein construction may be blocked.

All of the following are true physiological functions exhibited by protein EXCEPT

Which of the following statements relative to protein and exercise is FALSE?

There is a positive correlation between the production of acidic urine, the excess of calcium bone loss and the decrease in bone density.

Which of the following amino acids is the most important means of transporting the amino group to the liver fro excretion as urea?

Recent recommendations, based on reputable research, list the range for dietary protein to be from 10- 30 grams of protein per kilogram body weight per day.

Proteinuria has been observed in a variety of sports, and research suggests that the greater the intensity of the exercise, the greater the loss of protein.

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

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

Food Drugs and Related Supplements

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