Question 1

Which of the following foods would be a nutritious low-fat,high-carbohydrate pre-event snack for an athlete?

Accepted Answer

A) Handful of dried apricots 
B) Slice of sausage pizza 
C) Large serving of French fries 
D) Peanut butter on celery 
A) Handful of dried apricots 
B) Slice of sausage pizza 
C) Large serving of French fries 
D) Peanut butter on celery

Question 2

Use of ergogenic aids is common in athletes of all ages and all levels of competition,but is highest in certain groups.Based on the information in Chapter 15,which of the following individuals is most likely to use ergogenic aids?

Accepted Answer

A) Professional male basketball player 
B) Amateur female boxer 
C) Female college rugby player 
D) Male Olympic swimmer 
A) Professional male basketball player 
B) Amateur female boxer 
C) Female college rugby player 
D) Male Olympic swimmer

Question 3

During exercise lasting approximately 60 minutes,athletes should consume 3 to 7 ounces of fluid every 15 minutes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

According to scientific evidence,which of the following substances may improve the performance of sprinters and weight lifters?

Accepted Answer

A) Vitamin E 
B) Bee pollen 
C) Chromium 
D) Creatine 
A) Vitamin E 
B) Bee pollen 
C) Chromium 
D) Creatine

Question 5

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Dietitians generally recommend very-low-fat diets for healthy athletes. 
B) Trained athletes are unable to compete when fat comprises 65% of their total energy intake. 
C) Athletes and other physically active people should avoid diets that supply more than 15% of total energy from fat. 
D) Most physically active people should consume 20 to 35% of their total energy intake from fat. 
A) Dietitians generally recommend very-low-fat diets for healthy athletes. 
B) Trained athletes are unable to compete when fat comprises 65% of their total energy intake. 
C) Athletes and other physically active people should avoid diets that supply more than 15% of total energy from fat. 
D) Most physically active people should consume 20 to 35% of their total energy intake from fat.

Question 6

The AMDR for fat for athletes is the same as for nonathletes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Carbohydrate loading helps delay fatigue in athletes participating in events lasting 30 to 60 minutes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

According to scientific evidence,which of the following substances may benefit muscle recovery after intense exercise?

Accepted Answer

A) Bee pollen 
B) Branched-chain amino acids 
C) Gamma hydroxybutyric acid 
D) DHEA 
A) Bee pollen 
B) Branched-chain amino acids 
C) Gamma hydroxybutyric acid 
D) DHEA

Question 9

The National Collegiate Athletic Association limits the amount of ________ athletes can have in their bodies during competition.

Accepted Answer

A) bee pollen 
B) caffeine 
C) chondroitin sulfate 
D) ginseng 
A) bee pollen 
B) caffeine 
C) chondroitin sulfate 
D) ginseng

Question 10

Under anaerobic conditions,muscle cells convert pyruvate to ________.

Accepted Answer

A) alanine 
B) lactic acid 
C) vitamin D 
D) carbon monoxide 
A) alanine 
B) lactic acid 
C) vitamin D 
D) carbon monoxide

Question 11

Antioxidant vitamin supplements are not recommended for athletes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Tatiana is a competitive athlete who weighs 70 kg.She would like to plan a nutritionally adequate diet that provides enough carbohydrate to maintain her weight and glycogen stores during training and competition.According to expert recommendations,she should consume ________ grams of carbohydrate daily.

Accepted Answer

A) 420 to 700 
B) 520 to 800 
C) 620 to 900 
D) 720 to 1000 
A) 420 to 700 
B) 520 to 800 
C) 620 to 900 
D) 720 to 1000

Question 13

Alex is a collegiate soccer play who typically plays the entire 90-minute match for his team.  How much fluid should Alex consume after his matches?

Accepted Answer

A) Drink 1.25 to 1.5 L of fluid for every kilogram of body weight lost during exercise 
B) Drink 0.75 to 1.25 L of fluid for every kilogram of body weight lost during exercise 
C) Drink 0.5 to 1.0 L of fluid for every kilogram of body weight lost during exercise 
D) Drink at least 1.5 L of fluid for every kilogram of body weight lost during exercise 
A) Drink 1.25 to 1.5 L of fluid for every kilogram of body weight lost during exercise 
B) Drink 0.75 to 1.25 L of fluid for every kilogram of body weight lost during exercise 
C) Drink 0.5 to 1.0 L of fluid for every kilogram of body weight lost during exercise 
D) Drink at least 1.5 L of fluid for every kilogram of body weight lost during exercise

Question 14

According to the joint recommendations of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics,Dietitians of Canada,and the American College of Sports Medicine,a dietary protein intake of ________ may be necessary for athletes engaged in regular moderate- and high-intensity physical activity.

Accepted Answer

A) 1)2 to 2.0 grams/kg body weight/day 
B) 0)6 to 1.1 grams/kg body weight/day 
C) 1)8 to 2.2 grams/kg body weight/day 
D) at least 2.0 grams/kg body weight/day 
A) 1)2 to 2.0 grams/kg body weight/day 
B) 0)6 to 1.1 grams/kg body weight/day 
C) 1)8 to 2.2 grams/kg body weight/day 
D) at least 2.0 grams/kg body weight/day

Question 15

When an athlete takes branched-chain amino acids he or she can expect all of the following effects EXCEPT ________.

Accepted Answer

A) delaying fatigue 
B) sparing muscle glycogen 
C) preventing dehydration 
D) decreasing protein degradation 
A) delaying fatigue 
B) sparing muscle glycogen 
C) preventing dehydration 
D) decreasing protein degradation

Question 16

Which of the following activities is typically considered a vigorous physical activity?

Accepted Answer

A) Jumping rope 
B) Gardening 
C) Water aerobics 
D) Tennis (doubles) 
E) All of the choices are correct. 
A) Jumping rope 
B) Gardening 
C) Water aerobics 
D) Tennis (doubles) 
E) All of the choices are correct.

Question 17

Low blood levels of vitamin D may lead to reduced reaction time,poor balance,and an increased risk of falling.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Dehydration can result in declines in an athlete's strength and endurance. 
B) Exercise-associated muscle cramps are a unique type of muscle spasm that occur along the digestive tract during exercise. 
C) A person suffering from exercise-associated muscle cramps typically has a body temperature of 105ºF or higher. 
D) Exercise-associated muscle cramps are life-threatening and require emergency treatment. 
A) Dehydration can result in declines in an athlete's strength and endurance. 
B) Exercise-associated muscle cramps are a unique type of muscle spasm that occur along the digestive tract during exercise. 
C) A person suffering from exercise-associated muscle cramps typically has a body temperature of 105ºF or higher. 
D) Exercise-associated muscle cramps are life-threatening and require emergency treatment.

Question 19

Carbohydrate loading involves manipulating dietary and physical activity patterns three to seven days before an athletic event to increase muscle glycogen stores.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

________,found in baking soda,is an ergogenic aid used by some athletes to reduce lactic acid accumulation during and following exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) Sodium bicarbonate 
B) Ginseng 
C) Glucosamine 
D) Beta-alanine 
A) Sodium bicarbonate 
B) Ginseng 
C) Glucosamine 
D) Beta-alanine

Which of the following foods would be a nutritious low-fat,high-carbohydrate pre-event snack for an athlete?

Use of ergogenic aids is common in athletes of all ages and all levels of competition,but is highest in certain groups.Based on the information in Chapter 15,which of the following individuals is most likely to use ergogenic aids?

During exercise lasting approximately 60 minutes,athletes should consume 3 to 7 ounces of fluid every 15 minutes.

According to scientific evidence,which of the following substances may improve the performance of sprinters and weight lifters?

Which of the following statements is true?

The AMDR for fat for athletes is the same as for nonathletes.

Carbohydrate loading helps delay fatigue in athletes participating in events lasting 30 to 60 minutes.

According to scientific evidence,which of the following substances may benefit muscle recovery after intense exercise?

The National Collegiate Athletic Association limits the amount of ________ athletes can have in their bodies during competition.

Under anaerobic conditions,muscle cells convert pyruvate to ________.

Antioxidant vitamin supplements are not recommended for athletes.

Alex is a collegiate soccer play who typically plays the entire 90-minute match for his team. How much fluid should Alex consume after his matches?

According to the joint recommendations of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics,Dietitians of Canada,and the American College of Sports Medicine,a dietary protein intake of ________ may be necessary for athletes engaged in regular moderate- and high-intensity physical activity.

When an athlete takes branched-chain amino acids he or she can expect all of the following effects EXCEPT ________.

Which of the following activities is typically considered a vigorous physical activity?

Low blood levels of vitamin D may lead to reduced reaction time,poor balance,and an increased risk of falling.

Which of the following statements is true?

Carbohydrate loading involves manipulating dietary and physical activity patterns three to seven days before an athletic event to increase muscle glycogen stores.

________,found in baking soda,is an ergogenic aid used by some athletes to reduce lactic acid accumulation during and following exercise.

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Evaluating Nutrition Information

Basis of a Healthy Diet

Human Digestion, absorption, and Transport

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Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins: Amino Acids

Metabolism

Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management

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Exam 15: Nutrition for Fitness and Sport

Which of the following foods would be a nutritious low-fat,high-carbohydrate pre-event snack for an athlete?

Use of ergogenic aids is common in athletes of all ages and all levels of competition,but is highest in certain groups.Based on the information in Chapter 15,which of the following individuals is most likely to use ergogenic aids?

During exercise lasting approximately 60 minutes,athletes should consume 3 to 7 ounces of fluid every 15 minutes.

According to scientific evidence,which of the following substances may improve the performance of sprinters and weight lifters?

Which of the following statements is true?

The AMDR for fat for athletes is the same as for nonathletes.

Carbohydrate loading helps delay fatigue in athletes participating in events lasting 30 to 60 minutes.

According to scientific evidence,which of the following substances may benefit muscle recovery after intense exercise?

The National Collegiate Athletic Association limits the amount of ________ athletes can have in their bodies during competition.

Under anaerobic conditions,muscle cells convert pyruvate to ________.

Antioxidant vitamin supplements are not recommended for athletes.

Alex is a collegiate soccer play who typically plays the entire 90-minute match for his team. How much fluid should Alex consume after his matches?

According to the joint recommendations of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics,Dietitians of Canada,and the American College of Sports Medicine,a dietary protein intake of ________ may be necessary for athletes engaged in regular moderate- and high-intensity physical activity.

When an athlete takes branched-chain amino acids he or she can expect all of the following effects EXCEPT ________.

Which of the following activities is typically considered a vigorous physical activity?

Low blood levels of vitamin D may lead to reduced reaction time,poor balance,and an increased risk of falling.

Which of the following statements is true?

Carbohydrate loading involves manipulating dietary and physical activity patterns three to seven days before an athletic event to increase muscle glycogen stores.

________,found in baking soda,is an ergogenic aid used by some athletes to reduce lactic acid accumulation during and following exercise.

Introduction to Nutrition

Evaluating Nutrition Information

Basis of a Healthy Diet

Human Digestion, absorption, and Transport

Carbohydrates: Sugars, starches, and Fiber

Lipids: Triglycerides, phospholipids, and Sterols

Proteins: Amino Acids

Metabolism

Vitamin Overview and Fat-Soluble Vitamins

Water-Soluble Vitamins

Water and Major Minerals

Trace Minerals

Obesity, energy Balance, and Weight Management

Eating Disorders and Disordered Eating

Pregnancy and Lactation

Infants, children, and Adolescents

Nutrition for Older Adults

Food and Water Safety

Global Nutrition

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