The ________________refers to the number of kilocalories burned in order to digest, absorb, metabolize, and store food.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Ans: thermic effect of food
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David has a difficult time gaining weight. Your recommendations to him include:
a. "Eat all you want and avoid physical activity." b. "Limit low-kcalorie foods like fruits and vegetables." c. "Ask your doctor for a prescription for orlistat." d. "Consume energy-dense foods and engage in weight training."
All of the following are true regarding ginseng EXCEPT:
1.one of its proposed uses is to increase energy. 2.one of its proposed uses is to relieve mild depression. 3.a potential side effect is insomnia. 4.one of its proposed uses is to stimulate immune function.
An athlete is in the early weeks of an aerobic training program and develops a decrease in hemoglobin concentration not associated with undue fatigue. Which statement is true? a. Decreased hemoglobin concentrations are never a cause for concern. b. The athlete has an iron deficiency
c. The athlete is experiencing low blood volume. d. Taking a vitamin mineral supplement is necessary to correct the issue. e. The athlete probably has a condition called sports anemia.
The most appropriate use of body mass index (BMI) is to determine:
a. potential health risks in the general population. b. potential health risks in the athletic population. c. ideal weight for adults. d. ideal weight for athletes.