Body mass index (BMI) can be used with athletes if the formula for the general population is adjusted by the Standard Error of the Estimate (SEE)
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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a. 5-10% b. 10-25% c. 25-50% d. 60-75% e. 80-90%
A strict vegan asks what food source added to the diet would provide linolenic acid to compensate for lack of omega-3 fatty acids. What would be a recommended source?
a. walnuts b. squash c. fish d. tofu
John is 35 and interested in gaining muscle mass and decides to check out the nutritional supplements at the local health food store. The clerk approaches him wearing a white lab coat; this immediately impresses John, who now thinks that the clerk is well informed. John explains that his goal is to gain the maximum muscle mass in the shortest time. The clerk is eager to assist John and says, "Let
me show you the products that will benefit you most." Let's see if the clerk really knows what ergogenic aids are all about by answering these questions.The clerk recommends that John increase his protein intake by purchasing amino acid supplements. Is this a good idea? a. Yes, because most Americans' diets lack adequate amounts of high-quality protein b. Yes, because these products have been proven to increase muscle size c. Yes, because muscle endurance increases with these products d. No, because your body converts extra amino acids to fat e. No, because excess amino acids can lead to over-hydration
In a neurological setting where swallowing problems are common, the dietitian would have to work closely with which member of the interdisciplinary team?
a. pharmacist b. physical therapist c. speech-language pathologist d. nurse e. social worker