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Nonpharmacological interventions to chronic diseases include |
| | A) | healthful diet |
| | B) | exercise |
| | C) | aspirin |
| | D) | a and b |
| | E) | all of the above |
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Components of a training program for health enhancement include |
| | A) | aerobic physical activity |
| | B) | increasing muscular strength and endurance |
| | C) | flexibility |
| | D) | a and b |
| | E) | all of the above |
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Lifestyle changes that may prevent chronic disease include all of the following except |
| | A) | increasing stress |
| | B) | smoking cessation |
| | C) | aerobic exercise |
| | D) | vegetarian diet |
| | E) | all of the above |
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The primary purpose(s) of the food we eat is/are to |
| | A) | provide energy |
| | B) | build and repair tissue |
| | C) | regulate body processes |
| | D) | all of the above |
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The classes of nutrients include |
| | A) | carbohydrates and water |
| | B) | minerals and vitamins |
| | C) | fats and protein |
| | D) | a and c |
| | E) | all of the above |
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Chronic diseases |
| | A) | are genetically based |
| | B) | may be linked to diet |
| | C) | result from eating animal proteins |
| | D) | a and b |
| | E) | all of the above are True |
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The following are True of the RDAs |
| | A) | they are based on scientific knowledge |
| | B) | they are useful for sick people |
| | C) | they can be applied accurately to all individuals |
| | D) | only the U.S. has nutrient standards |
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Examples of unstructured physical activity include |
| | A) | climbing stairs |
| | B) | yard work |
| | C) | training for a running race |
| | D) | a and b |
| | E) | all of the above |
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To improve performance, an athlete should |
| | A) | train appropriately for age and sport |
| | B) | mentally prepare for the activity |
| | C) | use the best equipment |
| | D) | a and b |
| | E) | all of the above |
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Ergogenic aids |
| | A) | always improve athletic performance |
| | B) | only apply to nutritional products |
| | C) | may apply to equipment used in sport |
| | D) | a and c |
| | E) | all of the above |
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Nutritional quackery is widespread in athletics due to |
| | A) | imitating behaviors of well-known athletes |
| | B) | coaching suggestions |
| | C) | direct advertising of products |
| | D) | misinformation in magazines and books |
| | E) | all of the above |
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Which of the following is classified as a peer-reviewed journal? |
| | A) | Runner's World |
| | B) | Health |
| | C) | Cycling |
| | D) | Sports Medicine |
| | E) | Muscle and Strength |
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Which of the following is classified as a lay journal? |
| | A) | Medicine & Science in Sport & Exercise |
| | B) | International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism |
| | C) | Journal of Applied Physiology |
| | D) | Sports Illustrated |
| | E) | American Journal of Clinical Nutrition |
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Which of the following is not one of the guidelines of the Prudent Healthy Diet? |
| | A) | Balance the food you eat with physical activity to maintain a healthy body weight. |
| | B) | Choose a diet moderate in total fat, but high in saturated fat. |
| | C) | Choose a diet with plenty of whole grain products, fruits, and vegetables. |
| | D) | Choose beverages and foods that moderate your intake of added sugars. |
| | E) | If you drink alcoholic beverages, do so in moderation. |
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Which of the following is not one of the classes of dietary supplements as documented in the DSHEA? |
| | A) | all are classified as dietary supplement |
| | B) | all are classified as dietary supplement |
| | C) | all are classified as dietary supplement |
| | D) | all are classified as dietary supplement |
| | E) | all are classified as dietary supplement |
| | F) | correct answer |
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An ergogenic aid is something that primarily is |
| | A) | added to a food to increase its nutrient value |
| | B) | designed to increase potential for work output, such as in sport |
| | C) | used to restore nutrients removed in processing |
| | D) | a legal term used by the FDA to designate nutritional supplements that may enhance health status |
| | E) | a device used to facilitate the measurement of energy in food |
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Sound nutritional research involving exercise performance is best performed using placebo controls, cross-over designs, and double-blinded use of nutritional ergogenics. In which of the following publications would you be least likely to find such a study?
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| | A) | International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism |
| | B) | Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise |
| | C) | Journal of the American Dietetics Association |
| | D) | Muscle and Fitness |
| | E) | Journal of Applied Physiology |
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In the Physical Activity Pyramid, which of the following forms the apex (top) and should be most limited? |
| | A) | aerobic exercise lasting 20-60 minutes |
| | B) | low-intensity, unstructured physical activity |
| | C) | resistance (strength) training |
| | D) | physical inactivity such as television viewing and computer games |
| | E) | flexibility exercises |
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Which of the following is not a potential benefit of physical activity? |
| | A) | reduced levels of depression and anxiety |
| | B) | improved control of body weight and body fatness |
| | C) | reduced risk of developing diabetes |
| | D) | prevention of skin cancer |
| | E) | reduced risk of osteoporosis, or frail bones |
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Which of the following groups of athletes may be susceptible to a nutrient deficiency due to inadequate or sporadic caloric intake? |
| | A) | gymnasts and ballet dancers |
| | B) | endurance athletes attempting to improve efficiency through weight loss |
| | C) | wrestlers attempting to make a low weight class |
| | D) | bodybuilders trying to attain a low body fat percentage |
| | E) | all of these groups may be susceptible to a nutrient deficiency |
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Which of the following is not a usual recommendation made to athletes to improve their nutritional practices and performance? |
| | A) | obtain adequate amounts of carbohydrates daily for proper restoration of muscle glycogen between workouts |
| | B) | include amino acid and herbal protein supplements daily in addition to their normal dietary protein |
| | C) | choose a precompetition meal that will empty from the stomach relatively quickly to help prevent gastrointestinal distress during competition |
| | D) | replace all foods lost through sweat for proper hydration |
| | E) | maintain an adequate intake of calcium and iron through proper food choices, or take a supplement if necessary |
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