In the original carbohydrate loading protocol, why does the athlete reduce carbohydrate intake and engage in exhaustive exercise?
A) To deplete muscle glycogen stores as much as possible
B) To be mentally challenged before the race
C) To force the body to use more fat during the race
D) To reduce body fat prior to competition
A
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a. Cured flour b. Enriched grain c. Refined flour d. Wheat flour e. Whole-wheat flour
Dietary chemopreventive agents include:
a. polyphenols and lycopene. b. soluble and insoluble dietary fiber. c. nucleotides and nucleosides. d. essential fatty acids and essential amino acids.
Obesity prevalence is higher within low-income neighborhoods, states, and legislative districts
a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Answer questions 1-10 based on the "Lyla" case study information below. Lyla is a 23-year-old single mom. She developed gestational diabetes during her pregnancy. Her child is now two years old. Lyla is 5 foot 7 inches tall and she weighs 167 pounds. Her waist measurement is 37 inches. Her lab values include: a fasting blood sugar level of 115 mg/dL, total blood cholesterol of 227 mg/dL, and
blood pressure of 137/87 mm Hg. She consumes, on the average, 2,450 Calories, 26 grams of dietary fiber, and 26 grams of saturated fat daily. Lyla may have type 1 diabetes. ? Indicate whether the statement is true or false