Question 1

What is CP and during what activities do we use it the most?

Accepted Answer

Creatine phosphate (CP) is a high-energy

Question 2

Lactic acid is an important intermediate of glucose breakdown, playing a critical role in supplying fuel to the working muscle, heart, and resting tissues.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which of the following BEST describes Dr. Barry Sears's Zone Diet?

Accepted Answer

A)  high-carbohydrate diet designed for noncompetitive athletes 
B)  high-protein diet designed for competitive athletes 
C)  high-fat diet designed for competitive athletes 
D)  high-protein diet designed for noncompetitive athletes 
A)  high-carbohydrate diet designed for noncompetitive athletes 
B)  high-protein diet designed for competitive athletes 
C)  high-fat diet designed for competitive athletes 
D)  high-protein diet designed for noncompetitive athletes

Question 4

The primary way the body loses heat is through

Accepted Answer

A)  urine. 
B)  feces. 
C)  sweating. 
D)  respiration. 
A)  urine. 
B)  feces. 
C)  sweating. 
D)  respiration.

Question 5

To achieve cardiorespiratory fitness, you should train a minimum of how many day(s) per week?

Accepted Answer

A)  3 
B)  5 
C)  2 
D)  7 
A)  3 
B)  5 
C)  2 
D)  7

Question 6

Describe how the body uses carbohydrate, protein, and fat during physical activity.

Accepted Answer

The body breaks down carbohydrates to pr

Question 7

Carbohydrate loading is effective for most athletes and poses no disadvantages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Females who exercise compulsively may disrupt the balance of hormones in their bodies. This may result in a condition called

Accepted Answer

A)  anemia. 
B)  menstruation. 
C)  amenorrhea. 
D)  hypoxia. 
A)  anemia. 
B)  menstruation. 
C)  amenorrhea. 
D)  hypoxia.

Question 9

What is ATP and what are its components?

Accepted Answer

ATP is adenosine triphosphate. It is com

Question 10

During pregnancy, exercise is not recommended as it can cause serious damage to the developing fetus.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

During exercise, what source(s) of energy is/are used by the body for glucose?

Accepted Answer

A)  glycogen stored in muscles 
B)  glucose found in bones 
C)  fatty acids stored in adipose tissue 
D)  protein found in blood 
A)  glycogen stored in muscles 
B)  glucose found in bones 
C)  fatty acids stored in adipose tissue 
D)  protein found in blood

Question 12

Some athletes believe that caffeine can enhance athletic performance because it has been shown to

Accepted Answer

A)  increase muscle flexibility and strength. 
B)  increase the use of fatty acids as a fuel source. 
C)  regenerate ATP for energy. 
D)  increase the transport of amino acids to exercising muscle. 
A)  increase muscle flexibility and strength. 
B)  increase the use of fatty acids as a fuel source. 
C)  regenerate ATP for energy. 
D)  increase the transport of amino acids to exercising muscle.

Question 13

Thirst is a relatively poor indicator of dehydration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Why are the B vitamins especially important to an athlete?

Accepted Answer

A)  Carbohydrates are a poor source of the B vitamins. 
B)  During exercise large amounts of the B vitamins are lost in the urine. 
C)  The B vitamins are directly involved in energy metabolism. 
D)  Active athletes cannot eat a sufficient amount of calories to meet the RDAs for the B vitamins. 
A)  Carbohydrates are a poor source of the B vitamins. 
B)  During exercise large amounts of the B vitamins are lost in the urine. 
C)  The B vitamins are directly involved in energy metabolism. 
D)  Active athletes cannot eat a sufficient amount of calories to meet the RDAs for the B vitamins.

Question 15

Elisa is a gymnast who trains on average for two hours each day. She supports her daily activity by consuming 2,500 kilocalories per day. What is the minimum number of kilocalories she should consume from carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

A)  1,050 kcal 
B)  1,125 kcal 
C)  1,580 kcal 
D)  1,790 kcal 
A)  1,050 kcal 
B)  1,125 kcal 
C)  1,580 kcal 
D)  1,790 kcal

Question 16

Athletes should not take iron supplements unless prescribed by a health care professional.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Discuss the health benefits of regular physical activity.

Accepted Answer

Some of the health benefits of regular p

Question 18

The human body cannot store glycogen during the first 24 hours of recovery from intense exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The best way to stimulate growth of skeletal muscle is to eat a high-protein diet.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The amount of ATP produced in glycolysis can maintain exercise for no more than how many minutes?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 
B)  3 
C)  30 
D)  60 
A)  10 
B)  3 
C)  30 
D)  60

Exam 12: Nutrition and Physical Activity: Keys to Good Health

What is CP and during what activities do we use it the most?

Lactic acid is an important intermediate of glucose breakdown, playing a critical role in supplying fuel to the working muscle, heart, and resting tissues.

Which of the following BEST describes Dr. Barry Sears's Zone Diet?

The primary way the body loses heat is through

To achieve cardiorespiratory fitness, you should train a minimum of how many day(s) per week?

Describe how the body uses carbohydrate, protein, and fat during physical activity.

Carbohydrate loading is effective for most athletes and poses no disadvantages.

Females who exercise compulsively may disrupt the balance of hormones in their bodies. This may result in a condition called

What is ATP and what are its components?

During pregnancy, exercise is not recommended as it can cause serious damage to the developing fetus.

During exercise, what source(s) of energy is/are used by the body for glucose?

Some athletes believe that caffeine can enhance athletic performance because it has been shown to

Thirst is a relatively poor indicator of dehydration.

Why are the B vitamins especially important to an athlete?

Elisa is a gymnast who trains on average for two hours each day. She supports her daily activity by consuming 2,500 kilocalories per day. What is the minimum number of kilocalories she should consume from carbohydrates?

Athletes should not take iron supplements unless prescribed by a health care professional.

Discuss the health benefits of regular physical activity.

The human body cannot store glycogen during the first 24 hours of recovery from intense exercise.

The best way to stimulate growth of skeletal muscle is to eat a high-protein diet.

The amount of ATP produced in glycolysis can maintain exercise for no more than how many minutes?

The Role of Nutrition in Our Health

Designing a Healthful Diet

The Human Body: Are We Really What We Eat

Carbohydrates: Plant-Derived Energy Nutrients

Fats: Essential Energy-Supplying Nutrients

Proteins: Crucial Components of All Body Tissues

Nutrients Involved in Fluid and Electrolyte Balance

Nutrients Involved in Antioxidant Function

Nutrients Involved in Bone Health

Nutrients Involved in Energy Metabolism and Blood Health

Achieving and Maintaining a Healthful Body Weight

Food Safety and Technology: Impact on Consumers

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Pregnancy and the First Year of Life

Nutrition Through the Life Cycle: Childhood to Late Adulthood

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cancer

cardiovascular Disease

diabetes

dietary Supplements: Necessity or Waste

disordered Eating

disorders Related to Specific Foods

the Fetal Environment: a Lasting Impression

fluid Imbalance

global Nutrition

obesity

osteoporosis

phytochemicals

searching for the Fountain of Youth

vitamins and Minerals: Micronutrients With Macro Powers

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