Question 1

The amount of any nutrient absorbed from food depends on whether the body is in a state of ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  deficiency 
B)  homeostasis 
C)  toxicity 
D)  anemia 
A)  deficiency 
B)  homeostasis 
C)  toxicity 
D)  anemia

Question 2

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once.
a.Selenium
b.Zinc
c.Iron
d.Calcium
e.Phosphorus
-Combines with calcium to form hydroxyapatite crystals in bones.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the mineral with the most appropriate...

Question 3

What is the recommended daily dose of supplemental zinc?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 mg 
B)  15 mg 
C)  30 mg 
D)  40 mg 
A)  10 mg 
B)  15 mg 
C)  30 mg 
D)  40 mg

Question 4

The potential problem with mineral supplements with high bioavailability is that ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  the excess absorption 
B)  they bind a large percentage of the dietary fiber 
C)  they result in too great an increase in transit time 
D)  the potential for dehydration 
A)  the excess absorption 
B)  they bind a large percentage of the dietary fiber 
C)  they result in too great an increase in transit time 
D)  the potential for dehydration

Question 5

A sub-clinical deficiency progresses over a long period of time with no visible symptoms.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What is myoglobin?

Accepted Answer

A)  Storage form of hemoglobin 
B)  Transport form of hemoglobin 
C)  Iron-containing protein found in the liver 
D)  Iron-containing protein found in muscle fibers 
A)  Storage form of hemoglobin 
B)  Transport form of hemoglobin 
C)  Iron-containing protein found in the liver 
D)  Iron-containing protein found in muscle fibers

Question 7

When the body is deficient in a mineral, it increases absorption of that mineral to 100 percent until the deficiency state is reversed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once.
a.Selenium
b.Zinc
c.Iron
d.Calcium
e.Phosphorus
-When deficient, there is less proliferation of lymphocytes, immunoglobin production is decreased, and the ability to kill pathogens is reduced.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the mineral with the most appropriate...

Question 9

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once.
a.Selenium
b.Zinc
c.Iron
d.Calcium
e.Phosphorus
-Concern has been raised about high dietary consumption.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the mineral with the most appropriate...

Question 10

The female athlete most likely to manifest iron-deficiency anemia is an athlete who ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  chronically restricts energy intake 
B)  only eats three times per day 
C)  is chronically dehydrated 
D)  consumes a low-fiber diet 
A)  chronically restricts energy intake 
B)  only eats three times per day 
C)  is chronically dehydrated 
D)  consumes a low-fiber diet

Question 11

Insoluble fiber, such as wheat, decreases absorption of calcium, magnesium, manganese, and zinc because ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  they bind with minerals blocking absorption 
B)  of a decreased transit time 
C)  of an increased transit time 
D)  of the increased permeability of the GI tract 
A)  they bind with minerals blocking absorption 
B)  of a decreased transit time 
C)  of an increased transit time 
D)  of the increased permeability of the GI tract

Question 12

Hematocrit is a direct measure of the amount of iron in hemoglobin.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The male athlete most likely to manifest iron-deficiency anemia is a(n) ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  strength athlete engaging in high volume resistance training 
B)  wrestler who "makes weight" by dehydrating 
C)  "stop and go" athlete 
D)  endurance runner 
A)  strength athlete engaging in high volume resistance training 
B)  wrestler who "makes weight" by dehydrating 
C)  "stop and go" athlete 
D)  endurance runner

Question 14

What is the average daily intake of dietary calcium for adult women?

Accepted Answer

A)  350 mg 
B)  500 mg 
C)  650 mg 
D)  800 mg 
A)  350 mg 
B)  500 mg 
C)  650 mg 
D)  800 mg

Question 15

A mineral that is under substantial hormonal control is ____.

Accepted Answer

A)  zinc 
B)  iron 
C)  calcium 
D)  selenium 
A)  zinc 
B)  iron 
C)  calcium 
D)  selenium

Question 16

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once.
a.Selenium
b.Zinc
c.Iron
d.Calcium
e.Phosphorus
-Supplementation can interfere with the absorption of iron and copper.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the mineral with the most appropriate...

Question 17

Minerals are usually absorbed better when food is present in the gastrointestinal tract.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Trabecular bone has a higher rate of metabolic activity and turnover than cortical bone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Adequate mineral intake for athletes is generally associated with adequate caloric intake.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Explain how the body maintains calcium homeostasis, including detailed descriptions of absorption, distribution, hormonal regulation, and excretion.

Accepted Answer

Calcium homeostasis is the process by wh

The amount of any nutrient absorbed from food depends on whether the body is in a state of ____.

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once. a.Selenium b.Zinc c.Iron d.Calcium e.Phosphorus -Combines with calcium to form hydroxyapatite crystals in bones.

What is the recommended daily dose of supplemental zinc?

The potential problem with mineral supplements with high bioavailability is that ____.

A sub-clinical deficiency progresses over a long period of time with no visible symptoms.

What is myoglobin?

When the body is deficient in a mineral, it increases absorption of that mineral to 100 percent until the deficiency state is reversed.

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once. a.Selenium b.Zinc c.Iron d.Calcium e.Phosphorus -When deficient, there is less proliferation of lymphocytes, immunoglobin production is decreased, and the ability to kill pathogens is reduced.

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once. a.Selenium b.Zinc c.Iron d.Calcium e.Phosphorus -Concern has been raised about high dietary consumption.

The female athlete most likely to manifest iron-deficiency anemia is an athlete who ____.

Insoluble fiber, such as wheat, decreases absorption of calcium, magnesium, manganese, and zinc because ____.

Hematocrit is a direct measure of the amount of iron in hemoglobin.

The male athlete most likely to manifest iron-deficiency anemia is a(n) ____.

What is the average daily intake of dietary calcium for adult women?

A mineral that is under substantial hormonal control is ____.

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once. a.Selenium b.Zinc c.Iron d.Calcium e.Phosphorus -Supplementation can interfere with the absorption of iron and copper.

Minerals are usually absorbed better when food is present in the gastrointestinal tract.

Trabecular bone has a higher rate of metabolic activity and turnover than cortical bone.

Adequate mineral intake for athletes is generally associated with adequate caloric intake.

Explain how the body maintains calcium homeostasis, including detailed descriptions of absorption, distribution, hormonal regulation, and excretion.

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Exam 9: Minerals

The amount of any nutrient absorbed from food depends on whether the body is in a state of ____.

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once. a.Selenium b.Zinc c.Iron d.Calcium e.Phosphorus -Combines with calcium to form hydroxyapatite crystals in bones.

What is the recommended daily dose of supplemental zinc?

The potential problem with mineral supplements with high bioavailability is that ____.

A sub-clinical deficiency progresses over a long period of time with no visible symptoms.

What is myoglobin?

When the body is deficient in a mineral, it increases absorption of that mineral to 100 percent until the deficiency state is reversed.

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once. a.Selenium b.Zinc c.Iron d.Calcium e.Phosphorus -When deficient, there is less proliferation of lymphocytes, immunoglobin production is decreased, and the ability to kill pathogens is reduced.

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once. a.Selenium b.Zinc c.Iron d.Calcium e.Phosphorus -Concern has been raised about high dietary consumption.

The female athlete most likely to manifest iron-deficiency anemia is an athlete who ____.

Insoluble fiber, such as wheat, decreases absorption of calcium, magnesium, manganese, and zinc because ____.

Hematocrit is a direct measure of the amount of iron in hemoglobin.

The male athlete most likely to manifest iron-deficiency anemia is a(n) ____.

What is the average daily intake of dietary calcium for adult women?

A mineral that is under substantial hormonal control is ____.

Match the mineral with the most appropriate food source. Use each answer only once. a.Selenium b.Zinc c.Iron d.Calcium e.Phosphorus -Supplementation can interfere with the absorption of iron and copper.

Minerals are usually absorbed better when food is present in the gastrointestinal tract.

Trabecular bone has a higher rate of metabolic activity and turnover than cortical bone.

Adequate mineral intake for athletes is generally associated with adequate caloric intake.

Explain how the body maintains calcium homeostasis, including detailed descriptions of absorption, distribution, hormonal regulation, and excretion.

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

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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