Question 1

Raymond is considering ingesting some of the protein as a protein supplement. How does the effectiveness of a protein supplement compare to food proteins for building muscle mass?

Accepted Answer

A)  Protein supplements are more effective than food proteins 
B)  Protein supplements are less effective than food proteins 
C)  Protein supplements are equally as effective as food proteins 
A)  Protein supplements are more effective than food proteins 
B)  Protein supplements are less effective than food proteins 
C)  Protein supplements are equally as effective as food proteins

Question 2

The _____ system is highly dependent on protein because of rapid cell turnover.

Accepted Answer

A)  renal 
B)  immune 
C)  neurological 
D)  cardiovascular 
A)  renal 
B)  immune 
C)  neurological 
D)  cardiovascular

Question 3

The chemical composition of proteins differs from carbohydrate or fat because of the presence of:

Accepted Answer

A)  sodium. 
B)  carbon. 
C)  nitrogen. 
D)  hydrogen. 
A)  sodium. 
B)  carbon. 
C)  nitrogen. 
D)  hydrogen.

Question 4

What effect does insulin have on amino acids?

Accepted Answer

A)  Increases absorption 
B)  Blocks nitrogen excretion 
C)  Promotes protein synthesis 
D)  No effect on amino acids 
A)  Increases absorption 
B)  Blocks nitrogen excretion 
C)  Promotes protein synthesis 
D)  No effect on amino acids

Question 5

Athletes with eating disorders are likely to have low protein intakes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Assess an athlete's dietary protein intake.

Accepted Answer

To assess an athlete's dietary protein i

Question 7

One gram of protein yields approximately how many kcal?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 
B)  4 
C)  7 
D)  9 
A)  1 
B)  4 
C)  7 
D)  9

Question 8

Consumption of both carbohydrates and proteins are recommended after exercise to provide the body the energy and nutrients needed for proper recovery.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Why do athletes who restrict their energy intakes need more protein?

Accepted Answer

A)  More protein will burned for energy 
B)  Protein is converted to muscle glycogen when carbohydrate intake is restricted 
C)  To maintain fluid balance 
D)  To spare muscle glycogen from being used during exercise 
A)  More protein will burned for energy 
B)  Protein is converted to muscle glycogen when carbohydrate intake is restricted 
C)  To maintain fluid balance 
D)  To spare muscle glycogen from being used during exercise

Question 10

On a protein supplement label, what does the term pre-digested mean?

Accepted Answer

A)  A carrier is not needed for absorption 
B)  Absorption will be faster when compared to food proteins 
C)  Proteins have been exposed to enzymes during processing 
D)  Caloric content is lower than food proteins 
A)  A carrier is not needed for absorption 
B)  Absorption will be faster when compared to food proteins 
C)  Proteins have been exposed to enzymes during processing 
D)  Caloric content is lower than food proteins

Question 11

Proteins from food provide about 98 percent of the amino acids absorbed from the small intestine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Why is it commonly recommended that vegetarian athletes consume approximately 10% more protein than non-vegetarian athletes?

Accepted Answer

A)  More protein is burned for energy by vegetarian athletes. 
B)  Vegetarians have a more difficult time synthesizing skeletal muscle protein. 
C)  To maintain fluid balance. 
D)  To account for lower digestibility of plant proteins. 
A)  More protein is burned for energy by vegetarian athletes. 
B)  Vegetarians have a more difficult time synthesizing skeletal muscle protein. 
C)  To maintain fluid balance. 
D)  To account for lower digestibility of plant proteins.

Question 13

The amount of protein recommended daily for endurance athletes is _____ per kg of body weight.

Accepted Answer

A)  0.8 to 1.0 g 
B)  1.2 to 1.4 g 
C)  1.2 to 1.7 g 
D)  more than 2.0 g 
A)  0.8 to 1.0 g 
B)  1.2 to 1.4 g 
C)  1.2 to 1.7 g 
D)  more than 2.0 g

Question 14

Evaluate dietary supplements containing amino acids and proteins for safety, effectiveness, and purity.

Accepted Answer

When evaluating dietary supplements cont

Question 15

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 
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

Question 16

With a 24-hour fast, the body is nearly depleted of liver glycogen. Where does the liver predominantly get the material it needs to manufacture glucose?

Accepted Answer

A)  Continued breakdown of liver glycogen until complete depletion 
B)  Breakdown of skeletal muscle 
C)  Breakdown of red blood cells 
D)  Manufacture of ketone bodies 
A)  Continued breakdown of liver glycogen until complete depletion 
B)  Breakdown of skeletal muscle 
C)  Breakdown of red blood cells 
D)  Manufacture of ketone bodies

Question 17

Glutamine is a dispensable amino acid under normal conditions but a _____ amino acid under the physiological stress imposed by endurance exercise.

Accepted Answer

conditiona

Question 18

There is substantial evidence in both rats and humans that positive nitrogen balance can be achieved with a low-calorie diet that is high in protein.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Maximum protein synthesis takes place with an intake of _____ of high-quality protein post-exercise.

Accepted Answer

A)  an unknown quantity 
B)  10 grams 
C)  20 grams 
D)  30 grams 
A)  an unknown quantity 
B)  10 grams 
C)  20 grams 
D)  30 grams

Question 20

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

Raymond is considering ingesting some of the protein as a protein supplement. How does the effectiveness of a protein supplement compare to food proteins for building muscle mass?

The _____ system is highly dependent on protein because of rapid cell turnover.

The chemical composition of proteins differs from carbohydrate or fat because of the presence of:

What effect does insulin have on amino acids?

Athletes with eating disorders are likely to have low protein intakes.

Assess an athlete's dietary protein intake.

One gram of protein yields approximately how many kcal?

Consumption of both carbohydrates and proteins are recommended after exercise to provide the body the energy and nutrients needed for proper recovery.

Why do athletes who restrict their energy intakes need more protein?

On a protein supplement label, what does the term pre-digested mean?

Proteins from food provide about 98 percent of the amino acids absorbed from the small intestine.

Why is it commonly recommended that vegetarian athletes consume approximately 10% more protein than non-vegetarian athletes?

The amount of protein recommended daily for endurance athletes is _____ per kg of body weight.

Evaluate dietary supplements containing amino acids and proteins for safety, effectiveness, and purity.

Is a 5 g/day glutamine supplement considered safe?

With a 24-hour fast, the body is nearly depleted of liver glycogen. Where does the liver predominantly get the material it needs to manufacture glucose?

Glutamine is a dispensable amino acid under normal conditions but a _____ amino acid under the physiological stress imposed by endurance exercise.

There is substantial evidence in both rats and humans that positive nitrogen balance can be achieved with a low-calorie diet that is high in protein.

Maximum protein synthesis takes place with an intake of _____ of high-quality protein post-exercise.

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

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

Raymond is considering ingesting some of the protein as a protein supplement. How does the effectiveness of a protein supplement compare to food proteins for building muscle mass?

The _____ system is highly dependent on protein because of rapid cell turnover.

The chemical composition of proteins differs from carbohydrate or fat because of the presence of:

What effect does insulin have on amino acids?

Athletes with eating disorders are likely to have low protein intakes.

Assess an athlete's dietary protein intake.

One gram of protein yields approximately how many kcal?

Consumption of both carbohydrates and proteins are recommended after exercise to provide the body the energy and nutrients needed for proper recovery.

Why do athletes who restrict their energy intakes need more protein?

On a protein supplement label, what does the term pre-digested mean?

Proteins from food provide about 98 percent of the amino acids absorbed from the small intestine.

Why is it commonly recommended that vegetarian athletes consume approximately 10% more protein than non-vegetarian athletes?

The amount of protein recommended daily for endurance athletes is _____ per kg of body weight.

Evaluate dietary supplements containing amino acids and proteins for safety, effectiveness, and purity.

Is a 5 g/day glutamine supplement considered safe?

With a 24-hour fast, the body is nearly depleted of liver glycogen. Where does the liver predominantly get the material it needs to manufacture glucose?

Glutamine is a dispensable amino acid under normal conditions but a _____ amino acid under the physiological stress imposed by endurance exercise.

There is substantial evidence in both rats and humans that positive nitrogen balance can be achieved with a low-calorie diet that is high in protein.

Maximum protein synthesis takes place with an intake of _____ of high-quality protein post-exercise.

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

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