Chapter 5 Flashcards
What is the value of the nutrition in terms of performance and injury prevention?
The more nutritious food you consume the more energy that you’re going to have
What are the daily dietary requirements according to MyPlate?
Have a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, and berries
Should the requirements of the typical athletes diet differ from those requirements?
Yes, An athlete will consume more nutrients than a typical individual
What is the value of vitamin and mineral supplements?
They help make up for the vitamins and minerals that we don’t naturally have
What are the advantages of supplementing iron and calcium?
Calcium: keeps our bones strong
Iron: makes feel less weak/dizzy
What are the disadvantages of supplementing iron and calcium?
Iron: can be toxic in large amounts
Calcium: a lot of people are lactose intolerant
Is there some advantage to pre-event nutrition?
Eating the correct food before your event can improve your performance
Are there advantages in a vegetarian diet for the athlete?
No
Are there disadvantages in the vegetarian diet for the athlete?
It is very difficult to get the proper nutrients
What is the current thinking on the value of creatine as a nutritional supplement?
Can be very beneficial
What is the primary concern of using herbs?
You could have an allergic reaction to them
What is the importance of monitoring body composition?
If you don’t have a healthy fact to nonfat ratio, then you’re more susceptible to injury
What is the most effective technique for losing weight?
Exercise
What are the signs and symptoms of bulimia nervosa?
Binge eating and then puking afterwards
What are the signs and symptoms of anorexia nervosa?
Very thin, overworking themselves, secretive, and very defensive about eating
