Question 1

Nitrogen is lost from the body in both urine and feces.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Explain the physiological basis for recommendations related to amount and timing of protein intake before, during, and after exercise.

Accepted Answer

The physiological basis for recommendati

Question 3

The primary structure of a polypeptide determines how a protein will function.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate (HMB) supplements have been shown to be safe and effective for increasing muscle size and strength in trained male athletes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which vegetable protein has an amino acid profile that is considered comparable to animal protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  Brown rice 
B)  Soy protein isolate 
C)  Almonds 
D)  Dried beans 
A)  Brown rice 
B)  Soy protein isolate 
C)  Almonds 
D)  Dried beans

Question 6

Strong evidence indicates that consuming carbohydrate combined with protein in a 4:1 ratio during exercise enhances performance to a greater extent than carbohydrate intake alone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The majority of athletes consume a sufficient amount of protein.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What is the purported mechanism for glucosamine supplementation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased rate of skeletal muscle synthesis 
B)  Attenuation of the body's inflammatory response 
C)  Prevention of the breakdown of cartilage 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Increased rate of skeletal muscle synthesis 
B)  Attenuation of the body's inflammatory response 
C)  Prevention of the breakdown of cartilage 
D)  All of the above

Question 9

How does an indispensable amino acid differ from an essential amino acid?

Accepted Answer

A)  Caloric content 
B)  Nitrogen content 
C)  Rate of absorption 
D)  No difference other than terminology 
A)  Caloric content 
B)  Nitrogen content 
C)  Rate of absorption 
D)  No difference other than terminology

Question 10

Can glucosamine intake be increased without supplementation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Yes, by increasing protein-containing foods 
B)  Yes, by increasing intake of plant fats 
C)  No, glucosamine is only produced in the body and dietary intake has no effect 
A)  Yes, by increasing protein-containing foods 
B)  Yes, by increasing intake of plant fats 
C)  No, glucosamine is only produced in the body and dietary intake has no effect

Question 11

What does the term conditionally indispensable mean?

Accepted Answer

A)  Under stressful conditions, amino acids that normally could be made by the body must be provided by the diet. 
B)  Under certain conditions, the body only needs 10 amino acids not the usual 20 amino acids to build and repair tissue. 
C)  Under no conditions can these amino acids be broken down to provide energy. 
D)  Under starvation conditions, these amino acids can be manufactured without a nitrogen-containing (amino) group. 
A)  Under stressful conditions, amino acids that normally could be made by the body must be provided by the diet. 
B)  Under certain conditions, the body only needs 10 amino acids not the usual 20 amino acids to build and repair tissue. 
C)  Under no conditions can these amino acids be broken down to provide energy. 
D)  Under starvation conditions, these amino acids can be manufactured without a nitrogen-containing (amino) group.

Question 12

To achieve positive nitrogen balance and increase muscle mass, both protein and energy intakes must be sufficient.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The amount of post-exercise protein intake associated with maximum protein synthesis is 30
g.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Match the food with its nutrient content. Use each answer only once.
-Peanut butter

Accepted Answer

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 
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

Question 15

Corn tortillas and pinto beans are an example of complementary proteins.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Describe when and how the body uses protein to fuel exercise.

Accepted Answer

The body primarily uses carbohydrates an

Question 17

One of the benefits of aerobic exercise training is the ability to significantly increase the use of leucine as an energy source.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Protein recommendations for strength athletes are considerably higher than for endurance athletes because resistance exercise increases nitrogen excretion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Strength athletes who are advised to consume 1 g of protein per pound of body weight are being advised to consume 2.2 g/kg body weight.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which athlete would use protein as an energy source to the greatest extent?

Accepted Answer

A)  Recreational athlete 
B)  Strength athlete 
C)  Endurance athlete 
D)  All of the above would use about the same amount 
A)  Recreational athlete 
B)  Strength athlete 
C)  Endurance athlete 
D)  All of the above would use about the same amount

Nitrogen is lost from the body in both urine and feces.

Explain the physiological basis for recommendations related to amount and timing of protein intake before, during, and after exercise.

The primary structure of a polypeptide determines how a protein will function.

β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate (HMB) supplements have been shown to be safe and effective for increasing muscle size and strength in trained male athletes.

Which vegetable protein has an amino acid profile that is considered comparable to animal protein?

Strong evidence indicates that consuming carbohydrate combined with protein in a 4:1 ratio during exercise enhances performance to a greater extent than carbohydrate intake alone.

The majority of athletes consume a sufficient amount of protein.

What is the purported mechanism for glucosamine supplementation?

How does an indispensable amino acid differ from an essential amino acid?

Can glucosamine intake be increased without supplementation?

What does the term conditionally indispensable mean?

To achieve positive nitrogen balance and increase muscle mass, both protein and energy intakes must be sufficient.

The amount of post-exercise protein intake associated with maximum protein synthesis is 30 g.

Match the food with its nutrient content. Use each answer only once. -Peanut butter

Corn tortillas and pinto beans are an example of complementary proteins.

Describe when and how the body uses protein to fuel exercise.

One of the benefits of aerobic exercise training is the ability to significantly increase the use of leucine as an energy source.

Protein recommendations for strength athletes are considerably higher than for endurance athletes because resistance exercise increases nitrogen excretion.

Strength athletes who are advised to consume 1 g of protein per pound of body weight are being advised to consume 2.2 g/kg body weight.

Which athlete would use protein as an energy source to the greatest extent?

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

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Exam 5: Proteins

Nitrogen is lost from the body in both urine and feces.

Explain the physiological basis for recommendations related to amount and timing of protein intake before, during, and after exercise.

The primary structure of a polypeptide determines how a protein will function.

β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate (HMB) supplements have been shown to be safe and effective for increasing muscle size and strength in trained male athletes.

Which vegetable protein has an amino acid profile that is considered comparable to animal protein?

Strong evidence indicates that consuming carbohydrate combined with protein in a 4:1 ratio during exercise enhances performance to a greater extent than carbohydrate intake alone.

The majority of athletes consume a sufficient amount of protein.

What is the purported mechanism for glucosamine supplementation?

How does an indispensable amino acid differ from an essential amino acid?

Can glucosamine intake be increased without supplementation?

What does the term conditionally indispensable mean?

To achieve positive nitrogen balance and increase muscle mass, both protein and energy intakes must be sufficient.

The amount of post-exercise protein intake associated with maximum protein synthesis is 30 g.

Match the food with its nutrient content. Use each answer only once. -Peanut butter

Corn tortillas and pinto beans are an example of complementary proteins.

Describe when and how the body uses protein to fuel exercise.

One of the benefits of aerobic exercise training is the ability to significantly increase the use of leucine as an energy source.

Protein recommendations for strength athletes are considerably higher than for endurance athletes because resistance exercise increases nitrogen excretion.

Strength athletes who are advised to consume 1 g of protein per pound of body weight are being advised to consume 2.2 g/kg body weight.

Which athlete would use protein as an energy source to the greatest extent?

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