Question 1

What is esterification?

Accepted Answer

A)  Another term for beta-oxidation 
B)  The production of ketones from fat 
C)  The utilization of fat by slow-twitch muscle fibers 
D)  The process of triglyceride formation 
A)  Another term for beta-oxidation 
B)  The production of ketones from fat 
C)  The utilization of fat by slow-twitch muscle fibers 
D)  The process of triglyceride formation

Question 2

After mobilization, circulation, and uptake into the cells, fatty acids are transported into the mitochondria where they go through an activation step.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

To distinguish eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) from alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), what term is often used?

Accepted Answer

A)  animal-based omega-3 
B)  fish-based omega-3 
C)  marine omega-3 
D)  aquatic omega-3 
A)  animal-based omega-3 
B)  fish-based omega-3 
C)  marine omega-3 
D)  aquatic omega-3

Question 4

How are dietary triglycerides absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract?

Accepted Answer

A)  Intact since they cross the mucosal cells easily 
B)  As long chains of fatty acids because chain length enhances absorption 
C)  As small components that will be re-packaged as triglycerides in the mucosal cell 
D)  By attaching to lipoprotein carriers 
A)  Intact since they cross the mucosal cells easily 
B)  As long chains of fatty acids because chain length enhances absorption 
C)  As small components that will be re-packaged as triglycerides in the mucosal cell 
D)  By attaching to lipoprotein carriers

Question 5

In general, what amount of fat per day is recommended to athletes in training who are not trying to lose weight?

Accepted Answer

A)  0.5 g/kg 
B)  1.0 to 3.0 g/kg 
C)  3.0 to 5.0 g/kg 
D)  5.0 to 7.0 g/kg 
A)  0.5 g/kg 
B)  1.0 to 3.0 g/kg 
C)  3.0 to 5.0 g/kg 
D)  5.0 to 7.0 g/kg

Question 6

Exercise stimulates the sympathetic nervous system, which releases hormones from the adrenal glands.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

What is the mechanism by which Olestra (Olean®) works?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cannot be absorbed because of its chemical structure 
B)  Cannot be metabolized because of its chemical structure 
C)  Cannot be stored in adipose tissue because of its chain length 
D)  Can be broken down by the liver and eventually excreted 
A)  Cannot be absorbed because of its chemical structure 
B)  Cannot be metabolized because of its chemical structure 
C)  Cannot be stored in adipose tissue because of its chain length 
D)  Can be broken down by the liver and eventually excreted

Question 8

____ contains only one double bond between carbons.

Accepted Answer

A)  A saturated fatty acid 
B)  A monounsaturated fatty acid 
C)  A polyunsaturated fatty acid 
D)  Cholesterol 
A)  A saturated fatty acid 
B)  A monounsaturated fatty acid 
C)  A polyunsaturated fatty acid 
D)  Cholesterol

Question 9

Match the food with its predominant fatty acid. Answers may be used more than once.
a.Monounsaturated
b.Polyunsaturated
c.Saturated
-Milk

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Name the three major lipids in human nutrition.

Accepted Answer

A)  Glycerol, cholesterol, ketones 
B)  Medium chain triglycerides, carnitine, cholesterol 
C)  Cholesterol, lecithin, phospholipids 
D)  Triglycerides, cholesterol, phospholipids 
A)  Glycerol, cholesterol, ketones 
B)  Medium chain triglycerides, carnitine, cholesterol 
C)  Cholesterol, lecithin, phospholipids 
D)  Triglycerides, cholesterol, phospholipids

Question 11

____ unchanged as they pass through the intestinal mucosa.

Accepted Answer

A)  Medium-chain triglycerides are 
B)  Long-chain triglycerides are 
C)  Low-density lipoprotein is 
D)  Cholesterol is 
A)  Medium-chain triglycerides are 
B)  Long-chain triglycerides are 
C)  Low-density lipoprotein is 
D)  Cholesterol is

Question 12

The process of digestion reduces the size of the fat particles and readies them for absorption by the mucosal cells of the intestine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

____ is an example of a food containing predominantly saturated fat.

Accepted Answer

A)  Skim milk 
B)  Corn oil 
C)  Margarine 
D)  Butter 
A)  Skim milk 
B)  Corn oil 
C)  Margarine 
D)  Butter

Question 14

Which of the following is a known effect of an inadequate intake of dietary fat in endurance and ultraendurance athletes?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased dietary cholesterol production in the liver 
B)  Decreased muscle and liver glycogen stores 
C)  Inability to adequately replenish muscle triglycerides 
D)  Improved performance
Enter the appropriate word(s) to complete the statement. 
A)  Increased dietary cholesterol production in the liver 
B)  Decreased muscle and liver glycogen stores 
C)  Inability to adequately replenish muscle triglycerides 
D)  Improved performance
Enter the appropriate word(s) to complete the statement.

Question 15

Fat is stored in adipocytes and muscle cells primarily as ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  amino acids 
B)  glycogen 
C)  triglycerides 
D)  glucocorticoids 
A)  amino acids 
B)  glycogen 
C)  triglycerides 
D)  glucocorticoids

Question 16

Medium-chain triglyceride supplements have been shown to be effective for increasing the percentage of energy obtained from fat and for sparing muscle glycogen.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

There is a known relationship between chronically low intake of dietary fat and low estrogen levels in female athletes of childbearing age.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Why is a carbohydrate-restricted diet that results in ketosis not recommended for non-diabetic athletes?

Accepted Answer

A)  The risk of developing ketoacidosis is too great and potentially fatal 
B)  The majority of weight lost would be lost as water and skeletal muscle 
C)  The ability to train would be diminished due to inadequate replenishment of glycogen stores 
D)  Loss of weight as fat would inhibit training at higher intensities 
A)  The risk of developing ketoacidosis is too great and potentially fatal 
B)  The majority of weight lost would be lost as water and skeletal muscle 
C)  The ability to train would be diminished due to inadequate replenishment of glycogen stores 
D)  Loss of weight as fat would inhibit training at higher intensities

Question 19

Explain the metabolic processes that occur over days and weeks when the body is exposed to a low-carbohydrate, reduced-energy (kcal) diet. How would you respond to a bodybuilder who wonders if ketosis would be an appropriate dietary strategy given that he wants to lose as much body fat as he can?

Accepted Answer

When the body is exposed to a low-carboh

Question 20

The appropriate amount of fat intake for the athlete depends on overall caloric need and micronutrient balance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

What is esterification?

After mobilization, circulation, and uptake into the cells, fatty acids are transported into the mitochondria where they go through an activation step.

To distinguish eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) from alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), what term is often used?

How are dietary triglycerides absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract?

In general, what amount of fat per day is recommended to athletes in training who are not trying to lose weight?

Exercise stimulates the sympathetic nervous system, which releases hormones from the adrenal glands.

What is the mechanism by which Olestra (Olean®) works?

____ contains only one double bond between carbons.

Match the food with its predominant fatty acid. Answers may be used more than once. a.Monounsaturated b.Polyunsaturated c.Saturated -Milk

Name the three major lipids in human nutrition.

____ unchanged as they pass through the intestinal mucosa.

The process of digestion reduces the size of the fat particles and readies them for absorption by the mucosal cells of the intestine.

____ is an example of a food containing predominantly saturated fat.

Which of the following is a known effect of an inadequate intake of dietary fat in endurance and ultraendurance athletes?

Fat is stored in adipocytes and muscle cells primarily as ____.

Medium-chain triglyceride supplements have been shown to be effective for increasing the percentage of energy obtained from fat and for sparing muscle glycogen.

There is a known relationship between chronically low intake of dietary fat and low estrogen levels in female athletes of childbearing age.

Why is a carbohydrate-restricted diet that results in ketosis not recommended for non-diabetic athletes?

Explain the metabolic processes that occur over days and weeks when the body is exposed to a low-carbohydrate, reduced-energy (kcal) diet. How would you respond to a bodybuilder who wonders if ketosis would be an appropriate dietary strategy given that he wants to lose as much body fat as he can?

The appropriate amount of fat intake for the athlete depends on overall caloric need and micronutrient balance.

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

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Exam 6: Fats

What is esterification?

After mobilization, circulation, and uptake into the cells, fatty acids are transported into the mitochondria where they go through an activation step.

To distinguish eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) from alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), what term is often used?

How are dietary triglycerides absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract?

In general, what amount of fat per day is recommended to athletes in training who are not trying to lose weight?

Exercise stimulates the sympathetic nervous system, which releases hormones from the adrenal glands.

What is the mechanism by which Olestra (Olean®) works?

____ contains only one double bond between carbons.

Match the food with its predominant fatty acid. Answers may be used more than once. a.Monounsaturated b.Polyunsaturated c.Saturated -Milk

Name the three major lipids in human nutrition.

____ unchanged as they pass through the intestinal mucosa.

The process of digestion reduces the size of the fat particles and readies them for absorption by the mucosal cells of the intestine.

____ is an example of a food containing predominantly saturated fat.

Which of the following is a known effect of an inadequate intake of dietary fat in endurance and ultraendurance athletes?

Fat is stored in adipocytes and muscle cells primarily as ____.

Medium-chain triglyceride supplements have been shown to be effective for increasing the percentage of energy obtained from fat and for sparing muscle glycogen.

There is a known relationship between chronically low intake of dietary fat and low estrogen levels in female athletes of childbearing age.

Why is a carbohydrate-restricted diet that results in ketosis not recommended for non-diabetic athletes?

Explain the metabolic processes that occur over days and weeks when the body is exposed to a low-carbohydrate, reduced-energy (kcal) diet. How would you respond to a bodybuilder who wonders if ketosis would be an appropriate dietary strategy given that he wants to lose as much body fat as he can?

The appropriate amount of fat intake for the athlete depends on overall caloric need and micronutrient balance.

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

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