Quiz 3 Review Flashcards
During the first few seconds of a sprint, what is the primary fuel used?
creatine phosphate
The post-exercise meal should contain which of the following? Select all that apply.
carbohydrates, protein, fluid
The ergogenic aid that spares glycogen and enhances endurance performance is…
caffiene
Healthy body fat ranges for men and women respectively are…
8-19%, 21-32%
How does exercise influence weight management?
People who exercise regularly are more likely to maintain a healthy body weight.
How do macronutrient and energy needs of athletes compare with those of the general public?
Diets for athletes should contain the same proportion of carbohydrate, fat, and protein.
One should consume at least 6 to 12 ounces of fluid every 15 to 20 minutes during exercise: true or false?
true
A vitamin D-deficiency syndrome characterized by bone deformities in children is called…
rickets
What is meant by the bioavailability of a vitamin in food?
the amount absorbed and used by the body
Which of the following foods provides the MOST thiamin per serving?
-pork, whole milk, whole grain bread, squash
pork
Which of the following functions has a requirement for thiamin?
- formation of red blood cells
- synthesis of the neurotransmitter serotonin
- energy release from energy-yielding nutrients
- blood coagulation
-energy release from energy-yielding nutrients
What type of container is BEST for protecting the riboflavin content in milk? WORST?
cardboard, clear glass
A low-protein diet in which corn is a principal food has been found to cause a deficiency of what vitamin?
niacin
The active coenzyme form of niacin that acts as an electron carrier in reactions that synthesize fatty acids and cholesterol is…
NADP
Which food contains a protein that decreases bioavailability of biotin?
raw eggs
Pantothenic acid plays a role in which of the following? Select all that apply.
- synthesis of neurotransmitters
- breakdown of macronutrients
- synthesis of hemoglobin
- emulsification of fatty acids
- synthesis of neurotransmitters
- breakdown of macronutrients
- synthesis of hemoglobin
Good plant sources of vitamin B6 include which of the following? Select all that apply.
- sunflower seeds
- bananas
- soybeans
- eggs
- sunflower seeds
- bananas
- soybeans
Vitamin B6 is important for _____ ______
protein metabolism
Vitamin C helps to maintain ___ _____
body tissues
light causes retinal molecule to shift from a ___ to a ____ configuration
cis, trans
Insufficient intake of ___________ could lead to a deficiency of vitamin A because of its affect on vitamin A absorption.
fat
A child with bowed legs is likely deficient in vitamin __
vitamin D
The major function of vitamin E is to inhibit the destruction of _______
polyunsaturated fatty acids.
Which of the following are factors you should consider before purchasing and taking a dietary supplement? Select all that apply.
- the % Daily Value of the nutrients in the product
- your usual diet
- whether the supplement carries the FDA seal of approval
- your medical history
- the % Daily Value of the nutrients in the product
- your usual diet
- your medical history
