Question 1

During the late stages of prolonged endurance exercise, alanine can be converted to glucose in skeletal muscle.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Based on physiological function, the type of athlete who would likely benefit the most from supplemental branched chain amino acids is a(n):

Accepted Answer

A)  recreational athlete. 
B)  body builder. 
C)  ultraendurance athlete. 
D)  "stop and go" athlete. 
A)  recreational athlete. 
B)  body builder. 
C)  ultraendurance athlete. 
D)  "stop and go" athlete.

Question 3

Are supplements containing whey and casein considered safe?

Accepted Answer

A)  These supplements are thought to be safe 
B)  These supplements are not thought to be safe 
A)  These supplements are thought to be safe 
B)  These supplements are not thought to be safe

Question 4

_____ 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 5

In the post-absorptive state (e.g. 10 hours after a meal), which is NOT likely to occur?

Accepted Answer

A)  Breakdown of liver glycogen 
B)  Gluconeogenesis 
C)  Lipolysis 
D)  Synthesis of skeletal muscle 
A)  Breakdown of liver glycogen 
B)  Gluconeogenesis 
C)  Lipolysis 
D)  Synthesis of skeletal muscle

Question 6

Which of the following is a true statement regarding the short-term effects of high-protein diets on healthy athletes?

Accepted Answer

A)  Such diets are a physiological stress on the liver and the kidneys. 
B)  Such diets result in abnormal renal function 
C)  Such diets cause liver and kidney disease. 
D)  Such diets seem to be safe. 
A)  Such diets are a physiological stress on the liver and the kidneys. 
B)  Such diets result in abnormal renal function 
C)  Such diets cause liver and kidney disease. 
D)  Such diets seem to be safe.

During the late stages of prolonged endurance exercise, alanine can be converted to glucose in skeletal muscle.

Based on physiological function, the type of athlete who would likely benefit the most from supplemental branched chain amino acids is a(n):

Are supplements containing whey and casein considered safe?

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

In the post-absorptive state (e.g. 10 hours after a meal), which is NOT likely to occur?

Which of the following is a true statement regarding the short-term effects of high-protein diets on healthy athletes?

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

During the late stages of prolonged endurance exercise, alanine can be converted to glucose in skeletal muscle.

Based on physiological function, the type of athlete who would likely benefit the most from supplemental branched chain amino acids is a(n):

Are supplements containing whey and casein considered safe?

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

In the post-absorptive state (e.g. 10 hours after a meal), which is NOT likely to occur?

Which of the following is a true statement regarding the short-term effects of high-protein diets on healthy athletes?

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