Diet & Nutrition

Question 1

This is a source of energy that is the main fuel for high intensity or anaerobic work

Answer 1

Carbohydrates

Question 2

This is a source of energy that is used for long duration low intensity exercise

Answer 2

Fats

Question 3

This is a minor source of energy and tends to be used to repair and develop muscle tissue

Answer 3

Protein

Question 4

This is the only food source that can be broken down anaerobically

Answer 4

Carbohydrates

Question 5

This is a source of energy used by athletes in anaerobic events such as the 200m sprint

Answer 5

Carbohydrates

Question 6

This is a food source used mostly by power athletes or those who are building their muscular endurance

Answer 6

Protein

Question 7

This is a source of energy most likely to be used by games players (e.g. footballers) who’s period of play is long but mostly of low intensity

Answer 7

Fats

Question 8

This is a source of energy that provides glucose which is stored in the muscles as glycogen

Answer 8

Carbohydrates

Question 9

This is a source of energy that cannot be stored so supplies of it are low and need to be refueled

Answer 9

Protein

Question 10

This is a food source where cholesterol is a type of it and can be LDL (bad) or HDL (good) for the body

Answer 10

Fats

Question 11

What does LDL and HDL stand for?

Answer 11

• Low-density lipoprotein

- High-density lipoprotein

Question 12

This is a food source where too much of it can cause excessive weight gain and can lead to serious health problems such as coronary heart disease

Answer 12

Saturated Fats

Question 13

Q: Why should a games player have a diet rich in fat?

Answer 13

1. low intensity exercise which is mostly aerobic so fats can be broken down quickly
2. Provides energy to the games player for whole of the match
3. Fats carry vitamins such as A, D, E and K
4. However it can lead to heart disease and can’t be used for anaerobic exercise, e.g. sprints in a game

Question 14

This is a source of energy that also contains valuable vitamins such as A, D, E and K

Answer 14

Fats

Question 15

This is a minor source of energy that can be found in foods such as meat, fish, eggs and dairy

Answer 15

Protein

Question 16

This is a source or energy that can be found in foods like pasta, bread, rice and vegetables

Answer 16

Carbohydrates

Question 17

This is a type of food source that prevents constipation and aids digestion

Answer 17

Fibre

Question 18

This is a vitamin which is fat soluble, can be sourced from the sun, oily fish and dairy produce, and keeps the bones and teeth healthy, aids absorption of Ca+

Answer 18

Vitamin D

Question 19

This is a water-soluble vitamin that can be found in green vegetables and fruit, and protects cells to keep them healthy as well as maintaining connective tissues such as ligaments

Answer 19

Vitamin C

Question 20

This is a water-soluble vitamin that keeps the nervous system healthy

Answer 20

B1 and B2

Question 21

This is a water-soluble vitamin that helps form haemoglobin

Answer 21

B6

Question 22

This is a water-soluble vitamin that makes red blood cells and releases energy from food

Answer 22

B12

Question 23

This is mineral that helps the formation of haemoglobin, which carries oxygen

Answer 23

Iron

Question 24

This mineral is needed for strong bones and efficient nerve and muscle functioning

Answer 24

Calcium

Question 25

This mineral helps regulate fluid levels in the body

Answer 25

Sodium

Question 26

This is a key component of the body to ensure body temperature remains safe (not too high) and dehydration does not occur

Answer 26

Water

Question 27

Give some potential threats of dehydration to the body

Answer 27

1. Increased blood viscosity which reduces blood flow
2. Reduced sweating
3. Muscle fatigue and headaches
4. Increased heart rate =lower cardiac output
5. Increased reaction time (gets faster)

Question 28

These are types of drinks which can boost glucose levels before competition

Answer 28

Energy drinks such as lucozade sport

Question 29

Why is water essential?

Answer 29

Transports nutrients, hormones and waste products, as well as allowing us to cool down via the evaporation of sweat

Question 30

This is a dietary supplement where six days before a competition, an athlete eats a diet high in protein to burn off any existing carbohydrate stores. This is then followed by three days before the competition eating a diet high in carbohydrates.

Answer 30

Glycogen loading

Question 31

This is a dietary supplement that is used to increase phosphocreatine stores in the muscles which would then be used to fuel the ATP-PC system for energy

Answer 31

Creatine

Question 32

This is a dietary supplement that reduces acidity in the muscle cells and delays fatigue by increasing the buffering capacity of the blood

Answer 32

Sodium Bicarbonate

Question 33

This is a dietary supplement that increases mental alertness and reduces fatigue of an athlete

Answer 33

Caffeine

Question 34

This is a dietary supplement that allows fats to be used as an energy source and it delays glycogen stores

Answer 34

Caffeine

Question 35

This is a dietary supplement that prevents fatigue due to high amounts of glycogen and maximizes aerobic energy production

Answer 35

Glycogen loading

Question 36

This is a dietary supplement that is beneficial for endurance athletes who needs a diet rich in carbohydrates

Answer 36

Glycogen loading

Question 37

These are dietary supplement that can cause horrible side effects such as muscle cramps, diarrhea, insomnia, anxiety, bloating and vomiting

Answer 37

Creatine, Sodium Bicarbonate, Caffeine

Question 38

This is a dietary supplement that can affect digestion, cause weight increase and lead to ‘heavy legs’ during exercise

Answer 38

Glycogen loading