Question 1

The amount of protein recommended daily for recreational athletes who do not train is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  0.8 to 1.0 g per kg of body weight. 
B)  1.2 to 1.4 g per kg of body weight. 
C)  1.2 to 1.7 g per kg of body weight. 
D)  more than 2.0 g per kg of body weight. 
A)  0.8 to 1.0 g per kg of body weight. 
B)  1.2 to 1.4 g per kg of body weight. 
C)  1.2 to 1.7 g per kg of body weight. 
D)  more than 2.0 g per kg of body weight.

Question 2

Plant proteins are termed complete proteins because they contain all the indispensable amino acids in the proper amounts and proportions to each other to prevent amino acid deficiencies and to support growth.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Is a 50 g/day branched chain amino acid (BCAA) supplement considered safe?

Accepted Answer

A)  A 50 g/day dose is thought to be safe 
B)  A 50 g/day dose is not safe because such a dose can result in a reduction in fat oxidation 
C)  A safe dose is considered to be 5 to 20 g/day 
D)  Supplemental BCAA is not safe at any dose 
A)  A 50 g/day dose is thought to be safe 
B)  A 50 g/day dose is not safe because such a dose can result in a reduction in fat oxidation 
C)  A safe dose is considered to be 5 to 20 g/day 
D)  Supplemental BCAA is not safe at any dose

Question 4

Is a 5 g/day glutamine supplement considered safe?

Accepted Answer

A)  A 5 g/day dose is thought to be safe. 
B)  Glutamine is thought to be safe at doses less than 1 g/day. 
C)  Glutamine is not safe at any dose. 
D)  The evidence is inconclusive. 
A)  A 5 g/day dose is thought to be safe. 
B)  Glutamine is thought to be safe at doses less than 1 g/day. 
C)  Glutamine is not safe at any dose. 
D)  The evidence is inconclusive.

Question 5

The process that involves the transfer of an amino group to another carbon skeleton forming an amino acid is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  anabolic 
B)  catabolic 
C)  deamination 
D)  transamination 
A)  anabolic 
B)  catabolic 
C)  deamination 
D)  transamination

Question 6

According to the current body of scientific research, is a branched chain amino acid supplement effective for improving immune system response?

Accepted Answer

A)  There is strong evidence of effectiveness. 
B)  There is some evidence of effectiveness but the number of studies is small. 
C)  There is no evidence of effectiveness in humans. 
D)  The evidence is inconclusive. 
A)  There is strong evidence of effectiveness. 
B)  There is some evidence of effectiveness but the number of studies is small. 
C)  There is no evidence of effectiveness in humans. 
D)  The evidence is inconclusive.

Question 7

Concerns have been raised regarding the relationship between long-term high-protein diets and the risk for an accelerated progression of kidney disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Explain the process of protein metabolism and nitrogen balance in a political prisoner engaged in a month-long hunger strike.

Accepted Answer

Protein metabolism is the process by whi

Question 9

When skeletal muscle is catabolized, the amino acids are returned to the amino acid pool.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

a. Dispensible amino acid
b. Indispensible amino acid
c. Complete protein
d. Incomplete protein
e. Complementary protein
f. Branched chain amino acid
-Alanine

Accepted Answer

The answer of a. Dispensible amino acid
b. Indispensible amino acid
c....

Question 11

Match the food with its nutrient content. Use each answer only once.
a.Contains 100% protein
b.Contains protein and fat but no carbohydrate
c.Contains protein and carbohydrate but no fat
d.Contains protein, carbohydrate, and fat
-Whey protein isolate

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the food with its nutrient content....

Question 12

The amino acids in casein are absorbed faster than the amino acids in whey.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Low-calorie diets produce a _____ percent weight loss from lean body mass.

Accepted Answer

A)  3-5 
B)  10-15 
C)  20-30 
D)  40-50 
A)  3-5 
B)  10-15 
C)  20-30 
D)  40-50

Question 14

Explain how the structure of a protein determines its function. Give examples of roles that amino acids play in primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary level structure.

Accepted Answer

The structure of a protein is crucial in

Question 15

An enzyme is a protein that ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  regulates metabolic processes 
B)  speeds up (catalyzes) chemical reactions 
C)  helps the body to achieve acid-base balance and optimal pH 
D)  helps maintain fluid balance 
A)  regulates metabolic processes 
B)  speeds up (catalyzes) chemical reactions 
C)  helps the body to achieve acid-base balance and optimal pH 
D)  helps maintain fluid balance

Question 16

What is glucosamine?

Accepted Answer

A)  An alternative name for chondroitin 
B)  Type of oil that can interact with water 
C)  Amino acid compound that can be stored in muscle glycogen 
D)  Compound made up of glucose and glutamine 
A)  An alternative name for chondroitin 
B)  Type of oil that can interact with water 
C)  Amino acid compound that can be stored in muscle glycogen 
D)  Compound made up of glucose and glutamine

Question 17

Individual amino acid supplements are more effective than food.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

_____ is the production of glucose from a non-carbohydrate source, such as amino acids.

Accepted Answer

A)  Glycolysis 
B)  Gluconeogenesis 
C)  Lipolysis 
D)  Ketosis 
A)  Glycolysis 
B)  Gluconeogenesis 
C)  Lipolysis 
D)  Ketosis

Question 19

The body is capable of manufacturing all of the amino acids it needs but it must have sufficient energy to be able to do so.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which is a "slow-acting" protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  Soy 
B)  Casein 
C)  Tofu 
D)  Whey 
A)  Soy 
B)  Casein 
C)  Tofu 
D)  Whey

The amount of protein recommended daily for recreational athletes who do not train is ____.

Plant proteins are termed complete proteins because they contain all the indispensable amino acids in the proper amounts and proportions to each other to prevent amino acid deficiencies and to support growth.

Is a 50 g/day branched chain amino acid (BCAA) supplement considered safe?

Is a 5 g/day glutamine supplement considered safe?

The process that involves the transfer of an amino group to another carbon skeleton forming an amino acid is ____.

According to the current body of scientific research, is a branched chain amino acid supplement effective for improving immune system response?

Concerns have been raised regarding the relationship between long-term high-protein diets and the risk for an accelerated progression of kidney disease.

Explain the process of protein metabolism and nitrogen balance in a political prisoner engaged in a month-long hunger strike.

When skeletal muscle is catabolized, the amino acids are returned to the amino acid pool.

a. Dispensible amino acid b. Indispensible amino acid c. Complete protein d. Incomplete protein e. Complementary protein f. Branched chain amino acid -Alanine

Match the food with its nutrient content. Use each answer only once. a.Contains 100% protein b.Contains protein and fat but no carbohydrate c.Contains protein and carbohydrate but no fat d.Contains protein, carbohydrate, and fat -Whey protein isolate

The amino acids in casein are absorbed faster than the amino acids in whey.

Low-calorie diets produce a _____ percent weight loss from lean body mass.

Explain how the structure of a protein determines its function. Give examples of roles that amino acids play in primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary level structure.

An enzyme is a protein that ____.

What is glucosamine?

Individual amino acid supplements are more effective than food.

_____ is the production of glucose from a non-carbohydrate source, such as amino acids.

The body is capable of manufacturing all of the amino acids it needs but it must have sufficient energy to be able to do so.

Which is a "slow-acting" protein?

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Fats

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

Filters

Exam 5: Proteins

The amount of protein recommended daily for recreational athletes who do not train is ____.

Plant proteins are termed complete proteins because they contain all the indispensable amino acids in the proper amounts and proportions to each other to prevent amino acid deficiencies and to support growth.

Is a 50 g/day branched chain amino acid (BCAA) supplement considered safe?

Is a 5 g/day glutamine supplement considered safe?

The process that involves the transfer of an amino group to another carbon skeleton forming an amino acid is ____.

According to the current body of scientific research, is a branched chain amino acid supplement effective for improving immune system response?

Concerns have been raised regarding the relationship between long-term high-protein diets and the risk for an accelerated progression of kidney disease.

Explain the process of protein metabolism and nitrogen balance in a political prisoner engaged in a month-long hunger strike.

When skeletal muscle is catabolized, the amino acids are returned to the amino acid pool.

a. Dispensible amino acid b. Indispensible amino acid c. Complete protein d. Incomplete protein e. Complementary protein f. Branched chain amino acid -Alanine

Match the food with its nutrient content. Use each answer only once. a.Contains 100% protein b.Contains protein and fat but no carbohydrate c.Contains protein and carbohydrate but no fat d.Contains protein, carbohydrate, and fat -Whey protein isolate

The amino acids in casein are absorbed faster than the amino acids in whey.

Low-calorie diets produce a _____ percent weight loss from lean body mass.

Explain how the structure of a protein determines its function. Give examples of roles that amino acids play in primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary level structure.

An enzyme is a protein that ____.

What is glucosamine?

Individual amino acid supplements are more effective than food.

_____ is the production of glucose from a non-carbohydrate source, such as amino acids.

The body is capable of manufacturing all of the amino acids it needs but it must have sufficient energy to be able to do so.

Which is a "slow-acting" protein?

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Fats

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

Filters