Question 1

Explain basic nutrition principles and how they might be modified to meet the needs of athletes.

Accepted Answer

Basic nutrition principles involve consu

Question 2

Discuss the accuracy of sports nutrition information obtained on the Internet.

Accepted Answer

The accuracy of sports nutrition informa

Question 3

Distinguish between types of research studies, weak and strong research designs, and correlation and causation.

Accepted Answer

Research studies can be categorized into

Question 4

Extrapolating research results is not recommended because:

Accepted Answer

A)  only the original population was directly tested. 
B)  causation is reduced to correlation. 
C)  consensus has not been reached. 
D)  it is a Grade I (Level 
A)  conclusion. 
A)  only the original population was directly tested. 
B)  causation is reduced to correlation. 
C)  consensus has not been reached. 
D)  it is a Grade I (Level 
A)  conclusion.

Question 5

In the U.S., which of the following meets the legal definition of a dietary supplement?

Accepted Answer

A)  Vitamin or mineral supplement 
B)  Botanical supplement 
C)  Herbal supplement 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Vitamin or mineral supplement 
B)  Botanical supplement 
C)  Herbal supplement 
D)  All of the above

Question 6

Describe both short- and long-term nutrition goals of competing athletes.

Accepted Answer

Short-term nutrition goals for competing

Question 7

The weakest of all scientific findings are from which of the following types of studies?

Accepted Answer

A)  Case studies 
B)  Epidemiological studies 
C)  Correlational studies 
D)  Experimental studies 
A)  Case studies 
B)  Epidemiological studies 
C)  Correlational studies 
D)  Experimental studies

Question 8

Why is the Internet both advantageous and disadvantageous for obtaining health-related and sports nutrition information?

Accepted Answer

The Internet is advantageous for obtaini

Question 9

The term macronutrients typically refers to:

Accepted Answer

A)  any nutrient that provides energy. 
B)  the eight key nutrients needed for good health. 
C)  carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. 
D)  vitamins and minerals. 
A)  any nutrient that provides energy. 
B)  the eight key nutrients needed for good health. 
C)  carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. 
D)  vitamins and minerals.

Question 10

Dietary supplement manufacturers can voluntarily have their products certified for label accuracy and absence of banned substances.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Compare and contrast the academic training and experience necessary to obtain various exercise and nutrition certifications.

Accepted Answer

Obtaining exercise and nutrition certifi

Question 12

Nutrition periodization is the development of an eating plan over a short period of time (i.e. 1-10 days).

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Scope-of-practice definitions help identify professional boundaries and protect consumers from inappropriately trained practitioners.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Evidence-based sports nutrition recommendations are based primarily on observing the dietary intakes of successful athletes in a given sport.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Exercise described as being aerobic primarily involves the _____ system.

Accepted Answer

cardiovasc

Question 16

When a dietary supplement is described as _____ it means that it contains no contaminants, added either intentionally or unintentionally.

Accepted Answer

The answer of When a dietary supplement is described as...

Question 17

Regulation of dietary supplements in the U.S. is:

Accepted Answer

A)  among the strictest of all countries in the world. 
B)  similar to regulation of prescription medications. 
C)  enhanced through Good Manufacturing Practices intended to raise the standards of dietary supplement manufacturers. 
D)  non-existent. 
A)  among the strictest of all countries in the world. 
B)  similar to regulation of prescription medications. 
C)  enhanced through Good Manufacturing Practices intended to raise the standards of dietary supplement manufacturers. 
D)  non-existent.

Question 18

Match the basic training principle with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once.
-Principle of progressive overload

Accepted Answer

A) Adaptation to a given level of stimulus over time 
B) Adaptation to a certain type of stimulus 
C) Recovery is as important as the stimulus 
D) Designating time periods for specific adaptations to occur 
E) "Use it or lose it" 
A) Adaptation to a given level of stimulus over time 
B) Adaptation to a certain type of stimulus 
C) Recovery is as important as the stimulus 
D) Designating time periods for specific adaptations to occur 
E) "Use it or lose it"

Question 19

In a crossover study, subjects participate in both the treatment and the control groups.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Was the study randomized?

Accepted Answer

A)  Yes 
B)  No 
A)  Yes 
B)  No

Explain basic nutrition principles and how they might be modified to meet the needs of athletes.

Discuss the accuracy of sports nutrition information obtained on the Internet.

Distinguish between types of research studies, weak and strong research designs, and correlation and causation.

Extrapolating research results is not recommended because:

In the U.S., which of the following meets the legal definition of a dietary supplement?

Describe both short- and long-term nutrition goals of competing athletes.

The weakest of all scientific findings are from which of the following types of studies?

Why is the Internet both advantageous and disadvantageous for obtaining health-related and sports nutrition information?

The term macronutrients typically refers to:

Dietary supplement manufacturers can voluntarily have their products certified for label accuracy and absence of banned substances.

Compare and contrast the academic training and experience necessary to obtain various exercise and nutrition certifications.

Nutrition periodization is the development of an eating plan over a short period of time (i.e. 1-10 days).

Scope-of-practice definitions help identify professional boundaries and protect consumers from inappropriately trained practitioners.

Evidence-based sports nutrition recommendations are based primarily on observing the dietary intakes of successful athletes in a given sport.

Exercise described as being aerobic primarily involves the _____ system.

When a dietary supplement is described as _____ it means that it contains no contaminants, added either intentionally or unintentionally.

Regulation of dietary supplements in the U.S. is:

Match the basic training principle with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once. -Principle of progressive overload

In a crossover study, subjects participate in both the treatment and the control groups.

Was the study randomized?

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

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 1: Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Explain basic nutrition principles and how they might be modified to meet the needs of athletes.

Discuss the accuracy of sports nutrition information obtained on the Internet.

Distinguish between types of research studies, weak and strong research designs, and correlation and causation.

Extrapolating research results is not recommended because:

In the U.S., which of the following meets the legal definition of a dietary supplement?

Describe both short- and long-term nutrition goals of competing athletes.

The weakest of all scientific findings are from which of the following types of studies?

Why is the Internet both advantageous and disadvantageous for obtaining health-related and sports nutrition information?

The term macronutrients typically refers to:

Dietary supplement manufacturers can voluntarily have their products certified for label accuracy and absence of banned substances.

Compare and contrast the academic training and experience necessary to obtain various exercise and nutrition certifications.

Nutrition periodization is the development of an eating plan over a short period of time (i.e. 1-10 days).

Scope-of-practice definitions help identify professional boundaries and protect consumers from inappropriately trained practitioners.

Evidence-based sports nutrition recommendations are based primarily on observing the dietary intakes of successful athletes in a given sport.

Exercise described as being aerobic primarily involves the _____ system.

When a dietary supplement is described as _____ it means that it contains no contaminants, added either intentionally or unintentionally.

Regulation of dietary supplements in the U.S. is:

Match the basic training principle with the statement that best describes it. Use each answer only once. -Principle of progressive overload

In a crossover study, subjects participate in both the treatment and the control groups.

Was the study randomized?

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

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