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Nutrition for Fitness

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A quiz on nutrition for fitness students.
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Quiz by nancy stokes, updated more than 1 year ago
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Question 1

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What are the benefits of a nutritious and balanced diet?
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  • It is important for the maintenance of body systems
  • It helps to prevent infection and disease
  • It plays an essential role in maintaining a healthy weight
  • All of these answers are correct

Question 2

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A balanced diet includes a variety of foods from each of the 5 food groups. Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 recommended food groups?
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  • Dietary fibre
  • Vegetables and legumes
  • Grains, breads and cereals
  • Dairy products

Question 3

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Which food group is our body's best source of energy?
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  • Meat, poultry and fish
  • Fats and oils
  • Breads and cereals
  • Milk and cheese

Question 4

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The integration of macronutrients and micronutrients is essential for effective absorption of nutrients to occur. Which of the following are three macronutrients?
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  • Carbohydrates, Fats, Proteins
  • Carbohydrates, Water, Minerals
  • Carbohydrates, Vitamins, Minerals
  • Proteins, Fats, Minerals

Question 5

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What is the primary function of carbohydrate in the diet?
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  • To absorb vitamins
  • To supply energy
  • To allow for enzyme action
  • To promote repair of tissue

Question 6

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The glycaemic index (GI) is a classification of carbohydrate food according to the blood glucose response. Which of the following foods has a low GI?
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  • Rice
  • Potato
  • Watermelon
  • Wholemeal bread

Question 7

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Fibre is great for health and helps us control our weight. Which of the following statements about fibre is INCORRECT?
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  • It is only found in foods from plants
  • It gets digested in the small intestine and then continues to the large intestine
  • Foods high in fibre include vegetables, fruit and wholegrain breads and cereals
  • It helps to prevent diverticular disease, haemorrhoids, constipation and bowel cancer

Question 8

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Fat is an essential part of your diet as it provides energy, absorbs certain nutrients and maintains your core body temperature. However, you should limit your intake of...
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  • Unsaturated fatty acids
  • Monounsaturated fats
  • Polyunsaturated fatty acids
  • Saturated fats

Question 9

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Saturated fats occur naturally in many foods, including meat and dairy products. How can saturated fats be identified?
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  • They are solid at room temperature
  • They are liquid at room temperature
  • They are yellow in colour
  • They are white in colour

Question 10

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Vitamin D is important for regulating the absorption of calcium and the maintenance of healthy bones and teeth. Where does most of your vitamin D come from?
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  • Eggs
  • Fortified breakfast cereal
  • Sunlight
  • Oily fish

Question 11

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Vitamins and minerals are often called micronutrients because your body needs only tiny amounts of them. What are the benefits of micronutrients in the diet?
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  • They protect bones against fractures
  • They help prevent brain and spinal birth defects
  • They keep dental cavities from starting or worsening
  • All of these answers are correct

Question 12

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Vitamin A plays an important role in ensuring healthy eyes and promotes healthy skin. Which of the following provides the best source of vitamin A?
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  • Lentils
  • Pumpkin
  • Full fat milk
  • Brown rice

Question 13

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Which of the following nutritional deficiencies can lead to blindness?
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  • Iron deficiency
  • Vitamin A deficiency
  • Vitamin B deficiency
  • Vitamin D deficiency

Question 14

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Osteoporosis is a condition that causes bones to become thin, weak and fragile. To help combat osteoporosis, women should make sure they get enough...
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  • Fibre
  • Vitamin B12
  • Iron
  • Calcium

Question 15

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Calcium is one of the most important minerals for the the human body. Which of the following statements about calcium is INCORRECT?
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  • Milk and dairy products are a rich source of calcium
  • Children and adolescents have high calcium needs
  • You can never consume too much calcium
  • The average adult's weight is made up of 2% calcium

Question 16

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Body mass index (BMI) is used to determine whether you are in a healthy weight range for your height. If your BMI is 26, how is your body weight status categorised?
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  • Underweight
  • Normal weight
  • Overweight
  • Obese

Question 17

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Are sports drinks better than water when you're exercising?
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  • Yes, the extra energy source they provide boosts performance at all levels
  • Yes, they perform a vital job of replacing electrolytes lost in sweat
  • Sometimes. The extra energy and electrolytes is important in some situations
  • No. Sports drinks have been found to offer no benefits over water

Question 18

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A gluten-free diet is one that excludes gluten, a protein composite found in wheat, barley and rye. A gluten free diet should be followed by those who...
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  • Have high blood cholesterol
  • Have been diagnosed with Coeliac disease
  • Need to lose weight
  • Have lactose intolerance

Question 19

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A vegan diet is a type of vegetarian diet and excludes...
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  • Breads, cereals and grains
  • Fruit and vegetables
  • Nuts and seeds
  • All animal products

Question 20

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The paleo diet is based on the types of foods presumed to have been eaten by early humans. Which of the following statement about the paleo diet is INCORRECT?
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  • It consists chiefly of meat, fish, vegetables and fruit
  • It includes foods presumed to be available to paleolithic humans
  • It is not suggested for people with high blood pressure
  • It is a high-protein, high-fiber diet that promises you can lose weight without cutting calories
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