Chapter 9 Flashcards
An alcohol-related reduction in which hormone can lead to muscle loss?
Testosterone
Which intermediate substrate in the processing of ethanol is highly toxic and must be metabolized rapidly and preferentially above all other macronutrients?
Acetaldehyde
Why is breath alcohol level used as a measure of intoxication?
Because small amounts of ethanol are excreted in the breath
Alcoholics often suffer from structural and functional damage to their brain as a result of a deficiency in which vitamin?
Thiamine
Ethanol is ultimately metabolized to produce ATP and what other substances?
Carbon dioxide and water
What effect can regular consumption of high levels of alcohol have on an individual’s health?
Increases the risk of a large number of diseases
How is high-risk drinking categorized for males?
5 or more standard drinks per day or 15 or more drinks per week
A new client likes to consume large amounts of alcohol on a regular basis but he has a weight-loss health goal. What should the Nutrition Coach advise him in regard to his energy intake?
Reduce energy intake by limiting alcohol consumption.
Based on research, which group of college athletes is more likely to regularly consume alcohol at hazardous levels?
Intramural/club athletes
Approximately how much ethanol is metabolized per hour?
7 grams
What is the risk associated with drinking alcohol in cold environments?
Hypothermia
After exercise, when should alcohol be consumed?
Alcohol can be consumed after rehydrating and consuming carbohydrates and protein.
Based on the U.S. style eating pattern, how much energy should come from discretionary sources?
14%
What are the likely effects of consuming alcohol prior to going to sleep?
Increased non-REM sleep and decreased growth hormone secretion
What effect can reduced pyruvate from alcohol metabolism have if liver glycogen is low?
Severe hypoglycemia
