One gram of carbohydrate contains ____ calories.
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4

5

9

7
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Muscle cramps are often associated with
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hyponatremia.

dehydration.

too much sodium.

a lack of vitamin E.
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You should dedicate _______ of your dinner plate to protein-rich foods.
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1/5

1/4

1/3

1/2
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If you are preparing for an endurance event that lasts more than 90 minutes, you should saturate your muscles with
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carbohydrates.

water.

protein.

fat.
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A(n) _______-based diet tends to have less saturated fat and cholesterol and more phytochemicals.
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amino acid

plant

dairy

protein
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Which one of the following choices is a complete protein?
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Pasta

Beans

Tofu

Rice
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Knowing your _______ takes the guesswork out of trying to drink the right amount of fluids during workouts.
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available drink options

sweat rate

carbohydrate level

fluid preferences
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A food's glycemic response is influenced by many factors, including the way it is prepared, the amount eaten, fiber content, and amount of added
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sugar.

fat.

minerals.

vitamins.
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The need for protein is actually a need for
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carbohydrates.

amino acids.

phytochemicals.

calories.
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During the three weeks before an event, you should
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taper your training down during the last two weeks.

taper your training down during the last two days.

exercise at the same intensity each day.

exercise with great intensity.
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Most commercial sports drinks are
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good recovery sources.

sodium-poor.

highly concentrated.

calcium-rich.
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The _______ receives digested food components and stores the glucose to be released into the blood stream for future use.
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small intestine

stomach

liver

large intestine
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Sustained energy is provided by _______ glycemic index foods.
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average


high

moderate


low

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You should eat _______ grams of carbohydrates per pound of body weight.
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5–7

3–5

1–3

7–9
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Which one of the following statements about carbohydrates is TRUE?
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A teaspoon of carbohydrate contains twice as many calories as the same amount of fat.

Carbohydrates are a friendly fuel.

Carbohydrates are stored, rather than burned, by the body.

Carbohydrates are fattening.
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A growing teenage athlete requires _______ grams of protein per pound of body weight.
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0.6

0.4

0.5–0.75

0.7–0.9
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Because they contain a source of high-quality protein that's equivalent in value to animal protein, _______ are an excellent addition to a meat-free diet.
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chick peas

sesame seeds

grains

soy products
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Protein is _______ when carbohydrates are scarce.
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stored as glycogen

used to build muscles

burned for energy

stored as fat
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Before a competition, you should not
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overhydrate.

have a liquid meal replacement.

try anything new with food.

eat well the day before.
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The most effective way to prepare for a major endurance event is to be sure that your training diet consists of _______ percent carbohydrates.
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45–55

40-50

70–80

55–65