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Introduction to Nutrition for Health, Fitness, and Sports Performance

Multiple Choice Quiz



1

Nonpharmacological interventions to chronic diseases include
A)healthful diet
B)exercise
C)aspirin
D)a and b
E)all of the above
2

Components of a training program for health enhancement include
A)aerobic physical activity
B)increasing muscular strength and endurance
C)flexibility
D)a and b
E)all of the above
3

Lifestyle changes that may prevent chronic disease include all of the following except
A)increasing stress
B)smoking cessation
C)aerobic exercise
D)vegetarian diet
E)all of the above
4

The primary purpose(s) of the food we eat is/are to
A)provide energy
B)build and repair tissue
C)regulate body processes
D)all of the above
5

The classes of nutrients include
A)carbohydrates and water
B)minerals and vitamins
C)fats and protein
D)a and c
E)all of the above
6

Chronic diseases
A)are genetically based
B)may be linked to diet
C)result from eating animal proteins
D)a and b
E)all of the above are True
7

The following are True of the RDAs
A)they are based on scientific knowledge
B)they are useful for sick people
C)they can be applied accurately to all individuals
D)only the U.S. has nutrient standards
8

Examples of unstructured physical activity include
A)climbing stairs
B)yard work
C)training for a running race
D)a and b
E)all of the above
9

To improve performance, an athlete should
A)train appropriately for age and sport
B)mentally prepare for the activity
C)use the best equipment
D)a and b
E)all of the above
10

Ergogenic aids
A)always improve athletic performance
B)only apply to nutritional products
C)may apply to equipment used in sport
D)a and c
E)all of the above
11

Nutritional quackery is widespread in athletics due to
A)imitating behaviors of well-known athletes
B)coaching suggestions
C)direct advertising of products
D)misinformation in magazines and books
E)all of the above
12

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
13

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: British Journal of Sports Medicine
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
14

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: Cycling
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
15

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: Exercise and Sport Science Reviews
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
16

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: Health
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
17

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: International Journal of Sports Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
18

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: Journal of the American Dietetic Association
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
19

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: Journal of Applied Physiology
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
20

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: Medicine and Science in Sport and Exercise
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
21

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: Muscle and Strength
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
22

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: Physician and Sports Medicine
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
23

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: Runner's World
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
24

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: Sports Illustrated
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
25

Is the following journal a peer reviewed or a lay publication: Woman's Day
A)peer reviewed
B)lay publication
26

Which of the following is classified as a peer-reviewed journal?
A)Runner's World
B)Health
C)Cycling
D)Sports Medicine
E)Muscle and Strength
27

Which of the following is classified as a lay journal?
A)Medicine & Science in Sport & Exercise
B)International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism
C)Journal of Applied Physiology
D)Sports Illustrated
E)American Journal of Clinical Nutrition
28

Which of the following is not one of the guidelines of the Prudent Healthy Diet?
A)Balance the food you eat with physical activity to maintain a healthy body weight.
B)Choose a diet moderate in total fat, but high in saturated fat.
C)Choose a diet with plenty of whole grain products, fruits, and vegetables.
D)Choose beverages and foods that moderate your intake of added sugars.
E)If you drink alcoholic beverages, do so in moderation.
29

Recent research published in JAMA suggests that many individuals may have inadequate dietary intakes of an essential class of nutrients, and thus many may benefit from use of dietary supplements containing these nutrients.
A)fats
B)amino acids
C)protein
D)vitamins
E)simple carbohydrates