ISSA Nutritionist: Unit 14

Question 1

performance-enhancing drug (PED)

Answer 1

Any substance taken by to improve performance

Question 2

anabolic-androgenic steroids (AAS)

Answer 2

Compounds that are derivatives of testosterone used medically or recreationally, often to promote tissue growth and/or performance

Question 3

prohormones

Answer 3

A precursor of a hormone

Question 4

nootropics

Answer 4

Any agent (e.g,. drug, functional food, nutraceutical or nutritional supplement) which is thought to improve mental function

Question 5

NEAT

Answer 5

Non-exercise activity thermogenesis, or, the energy expenditure of all physical activities other than volitional sporting-like exercise.

Question 6

chronotypes

Answer 6

The internal circadian rhythm (aka body clock) of an individual that influences the cycle of sleep and activity in a 24-hour period

Question 7

supercompensate

Answer 7

hen athletes eat a higher amount of carbohydrates before an event to ensure body carbohydrate stores are full

Question 8

bonk

Answer 8

When glycogen stores become depleted