Question 1

Which statement best describes nutrient density?&#10;A) The amount of energy that can be obtained from the nutrients in food&#10;B) The amount of nutrients that are in a food relative to its energy content

Accepted Answer

Nutrient density refers to the amount of nutrients a food contains in relation to the number of calories it has. Foods high in nutrient density provide a large amount of nutrients for a small amount of calories.

Question 2

Which of the following is not a menu-planning tool widely used by nutrition-conscious people?&#10;A) Food&#10;B) No-Fat Plan&#10;C) Food Guide Pyramid&#10;D) Dietary Guidelines

Accepted Answer

The Food Guide Pyramid and Dietary Guidelines are both tools designed to help individuals make healthier food choices, while "No-Fat Plan" is not a widely recognized or recommended menu-planning tool by nutrition experts, as completely eliminating fat from the diet is not advised for balanced nutrition.

Question 3

The protein intake per day for a strength and power athlete should be&#10;A) 0.6 to 0.8 grams per kilogram body weight&#10;B) 0.8 to 1.2 grams per kilogram body weight&#10;C) 1.4 to 1.6 grams per kilogram body weight&#10;D) 2.5 to 3.0 grams per kilogram body weight

Accepted Answer

Strength and power athletes generally require more protein to support muscle repair and growth due to their intense training. The recommended protein intake for these athletes is about 1.4 to 1.6 grams per kilogram of body weight per day.

Deck 7: Energy and Energy-Yielding Metabolic Pathways