Nutrition periodization refers to the ____
A) number of meals that should be eaten each day
B) amount of "quality calories" an athlete consumes each day
C) development of a nutrition plan that parallels the demands of each training cycle
D) timing of food and supplement intake
C
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If a food does not contain the necessary amounts of a certain amino acid to meet a body need, that amino acid is referred to as a(n)
A. dispensable amino acid. B. complementary amino acid. C. limiting amino acid. D. essential amino acid.
The best way to be sure teenagers are growing normally is to:
a. compare their heights and weights to those of their peers. b. use growth charts. c. compare their heights and weights with previous measures taken. d. weigh and measure them weekly.
Answer the following questions true (T) or false (F)
1. Calcium is important because of its role in transporting oxygen in blood and muscle; and iron intake is important for bone health and muscle contraction. 2. Being adequately hydrated before, during, and after exercise is important to sustain fluid and electrolyte balance and a normal body temperature. 3. Ergogenic supplements do not have side effects as long as they are taken at therecommended dosage.
Generally speaking, adults need 9 tablespoons of _____ each day
a. carbohydrate b. protein c. fat d. calcium e. B12