Question 1

Match between columns
                        Premises: The storage form of carbohydrates in humans and animals

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Glucagon and Insulin and Glycemic response and is...

Question 2

A carbohydrate-containing beverage that is too concentrated will likely result in __________.

Accepted Answer

gastrointe

Question 3

Match between columns
                        Premises: Minimum amount per day

Accepted Answer

The Answer of 7 g\kg body weight and 5 g\kg is...

Question 4

The largest amount of glycogen is stored in ____.

Accepted Answer

A) skeletal muscle 
B) nonskeletal muscle (heart, kidneys) 
C) the liver 
D) the brain and neurological tissues 
A) skeletal muscle 
B) nonskeletal muscle (heart, kidneys) 
C) the liver 
D) the brain and neurological tissues

Question 5

Which pre-competition goal is not directly associated with carbohydrate intake?

Accepted Answer

A) Avoiding hunger 
B) Delaying fatigue 
C) Minimizing gastrointestinal distress 
D) Preventing hypohydration 
A) Avoiding hunger 
B) Delaying fatigue 
C) Minimizing gastrointestinal distress 
D) Preventing hypohydration

Question 6

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 7

The term "quality carbohydrates" typically refers to a carbohydrate-containing food that is not highly processed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Starches are referred to as complex carbohydrates.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What is gluconeogenesis?

Accepted Answer

A) The production of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources. 
B) The oxidation of glucose under anaerobic conditions. 
C) The maximum amount of glycogen that can be stored. 
D) The use of ketone bodies for glucose by the brain. 
A) The production of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources. 
B) The oxidation of glucose under anaerobic conditions. 
C) The maximum amount of glycogen that can be stored. 
D) The use of ketone bodies for glucose by the brain.

Question 10

Match between columns
                        Premises: Approximate intake per hour for four hours after training

Accepted Answer

The Answer of 7 g\kg body weight and 8 g\kg is...

Question 11

Sucrose, lactose, and maltose are disaccharides.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following will metabolize glucose exclusively or preferentially via anaerobic glycolysis?

Accepted Answer

A) Mitochondria 
B) Fast-twitch muscle fibers 
C) Slow-twitch muscle fibers 
D) Heart muscle cells 
A) Mitochondria 
B) Fast-twitch muscle fibers 
C) Slow-twitch muscle fibers 
D) Heart muscle cells

Question 13

Most athletes consume a sufficient amount of dietary fiber.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

In the original carbohydrate loading protocol, why does the athlete reduce carbohydrate intake and engage in exhaustive exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) To deplete muscle glycogen stores as much as possible 
B) To be mentally challenged before the race 
C) To force the body to use more fat during the race 
D) To reduce body fat prior to competition 
A) To deplete muscle glycogen stores as much as possible 
B) To be mentally challenged before the race 
C) To force the body to use more fat during the race 
D) To reduce body fat prior to competition

Question 15

Describe the roles and impact of the following hormones in athletic training and carbohydrate metabolism: insulin, glucagon, epinephrine, and cortisol.

Accepted Answer

Insulin is a hormone that plays a crucia

Question 16

The recommendation for athletes engaged in prolonged exercise is to consume ____ of carbohydrate each hour.

Accepted Answer

A) 10 to 30 g 
B) 30 to 60 g 
C) 60 to 90 g 
D) 100 g 
A) 10 to 30 g 
B) 30 to 60 g 
C) 60 to 90 g 
D) 100 g

Question 17

Carbohydrate manipulation has been shown to be an effective ergogenic strategy, particularly for endurance athletes. Outline the important aspects of manipulating carbohydrate consumption for improving performance: 
 a. During training. 
b. The week before an event. 
c. The meal before an event. 
d. During exercise. 
e. After exercise.

Accepted Answer

During training, manipulating carbohydra

Question 18

The physiological response to hyperglycemia resulting from the consumption of carbohydrate-containing foods involves the stimulation of ____.

Accepted Answer

A) alpha cells in the pancreas and secretion of insulin 
B) beta cells in the pancreas and the secretion of insulin 
C) alpha cells in the pancreas and secretion of glucagon 
D) beta cells in the pancreas and secretion of glucagon 
A) alpha cells in the pancreas and secretion of insulin 
B) beta cells in the pancreas and the secretion of insulin 
C) alpha cells in the pancreas and secretion of glucagon 
D) beta cells in the pancreas and secretion of glucagon

Question 19

An example of a polysaccharide is ____.

Accepted Answer

A) glucose 
B) sucrose 
C) muscle glycogen 
D) galactose 
A) glucose 
B) sucrose 
C) muscle glycogen 
D) galactose

Question 20

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

A carbohydrate-containing beverage that is too concentrated will likely result in __________.

The largest amount of glycogen is stored in ____.

Which pre-competition goal is not directly associated with carbohydrate intake?

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

The term "quality carbohydrates" typically refers to a carbohydrate-containing food that is not highly processed.

Starches are referred to as complex carbohydrates.

What is gluconeogenesis?

Sucrose, lactose, and maltose are disaccharides.

Which of the following will metabolize glucose exclusively or preferentially via anaerobic glycolysis?

Most athletes consume a sufficient amount of dietary fiber.

In the original carbohydrate loading protocol, why does the athlete reduce carbohydrate intake and engage in exhaustive exercise?

Describe the roles and impact of the following hormones in athletic training and carbohydrate metabolism: insulin, glucagon, epinephrine, and cortisol.

The recommendation for athletes engaged in prolonged exercise is to consume ____ of carbohydrate each hour.

The physiological response to hyperglycemia resulting from the consumption of carbohydrate-containing foods involves the stimulation of ____.

An example of a polysaccharide is ____.

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

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Exam 4: Carbohydrates

A carbohydrate-containing beverage that is too concentrated will likely result in __________.

The largest amount of glycogen is stored in ____.

Which pre-competition goal is not directly associated with carbohydrate intake?

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

The term "quality carbohydrates" typically refers to a carbohydrate-containing food that is not highly processed.

Starches are referred to as complex carbohydrates.

What is gluconeogenesis?

Sucrose, lactose, and maltose are disaccharides.

Which of the following will metabolize glucose exclusively or preferentially via anaerobic glycolysis?

Most athletes consume a sufficient amount of dietary fiber.

In the original carbohydrate loading protocol, why does the athlete reduce carbohydrate intake and engage in exhaustive exercise?

Describe the roles and impact of the following hormones in athletic training and carbohydrate metabolism: insulin, glucagon, epinephrine, and cortisol.

The recommendation for athletes engaged in prolonged exercise is to consume ____ of carbohydrate each hour.

The physiological response to hyperglycemia resulting from the consumption of carbohydrate-containing foods involves the stimulation of ____.

An example of a polysaccharide is ____.

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

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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