NASM- CNC FINAL EXAM
Scientists perform a study comparing 1000 women with breast cancer to 1000 women without breast cancer. They gather information on the women's diets and look to see if the women diagnosed with breast cancer had more fat in their diet compared to the women who did not get cancer. Which term best describes this study? - ANSWER Case-control study Which principle describes how all energy taken into the body is accounted for; energy is either utilized directly, stored, or transformed to kinetic energy or heat? - ANSWER the first law of thermodynamics A new client with goals to lose a little body fat and build a little bit of muscle describes their current eating pattern as normal, consisting of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and sometimes a snack or dessert. Should a Nutrition Coach recommend they eat more or less frequently to help them meet their goals? - ANSWER No changes to meal frequency should be recommended Does the dietary guidelines for Americans adjust RDAs according to a person's activity level? - ANSWER No, they are only based on body size Which of the following is the best prescription for daily protein intake for an elderly, sedentary individual? - ANSWER 1.3g/kg body weight 1 / 2
To meet body composition goals, is it prudent for the client to meet the prescribed protein intake by choosing protein-based foods that also cause them to exceed prescribed fat intake? - ANSWER No. It is inadvisable to overconsume other nutrients to meet protein needs.How much glycogen can the adult liver store? - ANSWER 50 grams per Kg Which complex carbohydrate chain contains straight-chain structures? - ANSWER Amylose What is the recommended amount of added sugar suggested by the American Heart Association for American adult women? - ANSWER a limit of 6 added teaspoons Which of the following combine to make maltose? - ANSWER glucose and glucose What is eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)? - ANSWER an omega-3 fatty acid found in the oil of cold-water fish What is the BEST information to share with a client about coconut oil intake? - ANSWER Coconut oil probably has a neutral effect on heart health
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