Question 1

Complex carbohydrate is a:

Accepted Answer

A)  monosaccharide. 
B)  disaccharide. 
C)  polysaccharide. 
A)  monosaccharide. 
B)  disaccharide. 
C)  polysaccharide.

Question 2

Which of the following types of food does not contain carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

A)  Grains 
B)  Fruits and vegetables 
C)  Milk 
D)  Meat 
A)  Grains 
B)  Fruits and vegetables 
C)  Milk 
D)  Meat

Question 3

The majority of non-Caucasians in the United States have low lactase activity and lactose intolerance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Match the recommended carbohydrate intake for the conditions listed (answer may be used more than once).
-Daily intake during the repletion stage when carbohydrate loading (modified protocol)

Accepted Answer

A) 1 g/kg body weight 
B) 5 g/kg body weight 
C) 7 g/kg body weight 
D) 8 g/kg body weight 
E) 10 g/kg body weight 
A) 1 g/kg body weight 
B) 5 g/kg body weight 
C) 7 g/kg body weight 
D) 8 g/kg body weight 
E) 10 g/kg body weight

Question 5

When they are on the road, Shawn's team eats their pre-competition meal together approximately 3 hours before the warm-up skate. Based on the current recommendation for carbohydrate intake prior to exercise, approximately how many grams of carbohydrate should be provided by Shawn's pre-competition meal?

Accepted Answer

A)  86 
B)  172 
C)  258 
D)  430 
A)  86 
B)  172 
C)  258 
D)  430

Question 6

indicate which strategy is likely to lead to optimal muscle glycogen replenishment.
-Type of carbohydrate

Accepted Answer

A)  Consuming low-glycemic carbohydrates 
B)  Consuming high-glycemic carbohydrates 
A)  Consuming low-glycemic carbohydrates 
B)  Consuming high-glycemic carbohydrates

Question 7

Highly refined, low-fiber grain products typically have a:

Accepted Answer

A)  low glycemic index. 
B)  low to medium glycemic index. 
C)  high glycemic index. 
D)  unpredictable glycemic response. 
A)  low glycemic index. 
B)  low to medium glycemic index. 
C)  high glycemic index. 
D)  unpredictable glycemic response.

Question 8

What is the recommended carbohydrate intake for good health for adults in the U.S.?

Accepted Answer

A)  30 to 40 percent of total energy intake 
B)  45 to 65 percent of total energy intake 
C)  50 to 70 percent of total energy intake 
D)  70 percent or more of total energy intake 
A)  30 to 40 percent of total energy intake 
B)  45 to 65 percent of total energy intake 
C)  50 to 70 percent of total energy intake 
D)  70 percent or more of total energy intake

Question 9

As a "rule of thumb," which of the following best describes pre-event carbohydrate recommendations?

Accepted Answer

A)  100 g 2 hours prior 
B)  1 g/kg 1 hour prior, 2 g/kg 2 hours prior, 3 g/kg 3 hours prior 
C)  50% of the athlete's usual carbohydrate intake 
D)  No "rule of thumb" as pre-event carbohydrate intake must be calculated precisely 
A)  100 g 2 hours prior 
B)  1 g/kg 1 hour prior, 2 g/kg 2 hours prior, 3 g/kg 3 hours prior 
C)  50% of the athlete's usual carbohydrate intake 
D)  No "rule of thumb" as pre-event carbohydrate intake must be calculated precisely

Question 10

Fructose is a:

Accepted Answer

A)  monosaccharide. 
B)  disaccharide. 
C)  polysaccharide. 
A)  monosaccharide. 
B)  disaccharide. 
C)  polysaccharide.

Question 11

To optimize glycogen resynthesis after exercise, athletes should concentrate on consuming carbohydrate-containing foods with a _____ glycemic index.

Accepted Answer

The answer of To optimize glycogen resynthesis after exercise, athletes...

Question 12

Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for moderate- to high-intensity exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Milk is an example of a carbohydrate-containing food.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Based on the current body of scientific research, what is the performance benefit of a carbohydrate food with a high glycemic index (GI) consumed during prolonged exercise?

Accepted Answer

A)  Positive impact on performance 
B)  Negative impact on performance 
C)  Impact on performance is not known 
A)  Positive impact on performance 
B)  Negative impact on performance 
C)  Impact on performance is not known

Question 15

Endurance exercise creates a physiological state that is similar to _____.

Accepted Answer

starvation

Question 16

The post-exercise consumption of carbohydrate with a high glycemic index enhances the consumption of muscle glycogen resynthesis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

In general, the use of artificial sweeteners has been shown to be effective in reducing total caloric intake, preventing weight gain, and promoting weight loss.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Complex carbohydrate is a:

Which of the following types of food does not contain carbohydrates?

The majority of non-Caucasians in the United States have low lactase activity and lactose intolerance.

Match the recommended carbohydrate intake for the conditions listed (answer may be used more than once). -Daily intake during the repletion stage when carbohydrate loading (modified protocol)

indicate which strategy is likely to lead to optimal muscle glycogen replenishment. -Type of carbohydrate

Highly refined, low-fiber grain products typically have a:

What is the recommended carbohydrate intake for good health for adults in the U.S.?

As a "rule of thumb," which of the following best describes pre-event carbohydrate recommendations?

Fructose is a:

To optimize glycogen resynthesis after exercise, athletes should concentrate on consuming carbohydrate-containing foods with a _____ glycemic index.

Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for moderate- to high-intensity exercise.

Milk is an example of a carbohydrate-containing food.

Based on the current body of scientific research, what is the performance benefit of a carbohydrate food with a high glycemic index (GI) consumed during prolonged exercise?

Endurance exercise creates a physiological state that is similar to _____.

The post-exercise consumption of carbohydrate with a high glycemic index enhances the consumption of muscle glycogen resynthesis.

In general, the use of artificial sweeteners has been shown to be effective in reducing total caloric intake, preventing weight gain, and promoting weight loss.

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Proteins

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 4: Carbohydrates

Complex carbohydrate is a:

Which of the following types of food does not contain carbohydrates?

The majority of non-Caucasians in the United States have low lactase activity and lactose intolerance.

Match the recommended carbohydrate intake for the conditions listed (answer may be used more than once). -Daily intake during the repletion stage when carbohydrate loading (modified protocol)

indicate which strategy is likely to lead to optimal muscle glycogen replenishment. -Type of carbohydrate

Highly refined, low-fiber grain products typically have a:

What is the recommended carbohydrate intake for good health for adults in the U.S.?

As a "rule of thumb," which of the following best describes pre-event carbohydrate recommendations?

Fructose is a:

To optimize glycogen resynthesis after exercise, athletes should concentrate on consuming carbohydrate-containing foods with a _____ glycemic index.

Carbohydrates are the main source of energy for moderate- to high-intensity exercise.

Milk is an example of a carbohydrate-containing food.

Based on the current body of scientific research, what is the performance benefit of a carbohydrate food with a high glycemic index (GI) consumed during prolonged exercise?

Endurance exercise creates a physiological state that is similar to _____.

The post-exercise consumption of carbohydrate with a high glycemic index enhances the consumption of muscle glycogen resynthesis.

In general, the use of artificial sweeteners has been shown to be effective in reducing total caloric intake, preventing weight gain, and promoting weight loss.

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Proteins

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