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Q: What is the daily recommended dosage of calcium for female athletes? 500mg 800mg 1,500mg 2,800mg

1,500mg

Q: Which of the following food sources provides the highest amount of protein per 100 gram serving? Spinach Almonds Coconut Asparagus

Almonds

Q: Which of these hormones is most likely responsible for negative kidney health outcomes associated with low water intake? Renin Angiotensin Aldosterone Arginine vasopressin

Arginine vasopressin

Q: How are most vitamins classified?

By how they are absorbed in the body

Q: What is the most common ingredient in thermogenic supplements?

Caffeine

Q: Which of the following have glycemic index scores? Water Fats Proteins Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates

Q: What is the first step in starting an independent nutrition coaching business?

Determine the style of coaching it will offer and target the client

Q: Which of the following is a branched chain amino acid? Glutamine Isoleucine Methionine Tryptophan

Isoleucine

Q: Which of the following is one of the most commonly deficient nutrients in people's diets? Fat Vitamin K Magnesium Iodine

Magnesium

Q: What is the goal of researching the competition?

Observe and look for methods that are effective or ineffective

Q: What is the first component of marketing for a new nutrition coach?

The creation of a business name, brand, and logo

Q: A major benefit of group coaching is

accountability

Q: Vitamin D is important for its role in

bone health.

Q: A marketing statement that demands an immediate response from a recipient is known as a

call to action.

Vitamins and their importance in health and wellness were discovered by European doctors in the early 1600s. late 1700s. early 1800s. early 1900s.

early 1900s.

Q: The types of food and beverages an individual consumes is referred to as one's

eating pattern.

The flavor of food is heavily influenced by the amount of

fat

The consistency of a food describes its

firmness or thickness

Q: The Food Pyramid, is now thought to have put too little focus on

fruits, vegetables, and protein sources.

Foods selected, produced, or consumed for reasons beyond calorie and nutrient content are referred to as clinical foods. essential foods. functional foods. non-essential foods.

functional foods.

Q: The new MyPlate is shaped like a plate with colorful fractions dedicated to dairy, vegetables, fruits, protein, and

grains

Q: The Dietary Guidelines for Americans publication is meant to

guide the development of federal food, nutrition, and health policies programs.

Q: Any claim that states, suggests, or implies a relationship between a food and a constituent of health, is referred to as a

health claim.

Q: A client with low blood sugar levels is correctly identified as having

hypoglycemia

Q: Table salt is often fortified with:

iodine

Specialized cells on the pancreas, which secrete insulin, glucagon, and somatostatin are referred to as the

islets of Langerhans.

Fructose produces a slower rise in blood sugar after consumption because

it must be converted to glucose first.

A thin polar membrane made of pairs of lipid molecules, is known as a(n)

lipid bilayer

Q: A client is at most risk for malabsorption of vitamin K on what type of diet? low in fat high in fat low in fiber high in fiber

low in fat

Foods intended to be ingested under the supervision of a physician for specific dietary management of a disease or condition are known as clinical foods. medical foods. essential foods. specialty dietary foods

medical foods

Q: The treatment of medical conditions with diet, is referred to as

medical nutrition therapy.

The process of converting ingested nutrients into energy within the body is known as

metabolism

Q: What is the recommended daily intake of protein for a client whose goal is to build lean body mass?

1.4-2.0 g/kg/d

Q: Clinical studies following individuals on low-energy diets (LED) and very low-energy diets (VLED) found bodyweight reductions of 2 to 3percent. 5 to 8 percent. 10 to 15 percent. 20 to 25 percent

10 to 15 percent.

Q: What is the standard recommendation for total daily calories from saturated fats?

10%

How many organ systems are in the human body?

11

A calorie is the amount of energy needed to raise the temperature of 1 gram of water by

1° Celsius at a pressure of 1 atmosphere.

Q: Protein catabolism is most likely to occur during a 10 second sprint . 15 minute walk. 60 minute run. 2 hour swim

2 hour swim

Q: Which of the following is considered an excessive intake of folate: 500 mcg 800 mcg 900 mcg 2,000 mcg

2,000 mcg

Q: The DASH diet can be followed with a normal sodium intake of up to 1,500 mg daily. 2,000 mg daily. 2,300 mg daily. 2,500 mg daily

2,300 mg daily.

Q: What is the recommended total water intake for women given by the National Academy of Medicine?

2.7 Liters

Q: On the keto diet, what percent of daily calories are from carbohydrate? 5 percent 10 percent 20 percent 25 percent

20 %

Q: Product claims of High, Rich In, or Excellent Source of, are required to contain what percent of Daily Value (DV) per Reference Amounts Customarily Consumed (RACC)? 5 percent or more 10 percent or more 10 - 19 percent 20 percent or more

20% or more

Q: What is the recommended daily intake of sodium for people 14 years of age and older? 1300 mg 1800 mg 2300 mg 2800 mg

2300 mg

The phosphagen system provides an instant source of energy, for up to

30 seconds

Q: Approximately what percentage of body weight consists of minerals?

4-6%

Q: What is the recommended ratio for omega-6 to omega-3?

4:1

Q: What percentage of total body water is located in the intracellular space?

68%

Q: Which of the following is the correct number of carbons for a medium-chain fatty acid? 5 7 13 23

7

Q: What is the ideal duration when collecting a client's data about what was eaten, when, and approximate quantities?

7-14 days

Approximately what percentage of a cell's mass is comprised of water?

70 %

Q: What percentage of adult with diabetes are overweight or obese? 10% 25% 50% 75%

75%

Q: According to research, what percentage of employees self-report exercise in companies with corporate wellness programs?

8 percent

Q: What percentage of Americans are estimated to make some attempt to lose weight this year?

80 percent

What is the caloric (kcal) yield of nutritional fat?

9 kcal

Q: Within the Atkin's diet, what percentage of calories come from protein and fats? 25 to 35 percent 40 to 50 percent 75 to 85 percent 90 to 95 percent

90 to 95 percent

Q: The best time to consume a carbohydrate rich drink when cycling is when the athletic activity lasts

95 minutes

Q: The term organic describes a product supported with a verifying USDA seal, and contains organic ingredients of at least 50 percent. 70 percent. 80 percent. 95 percent.

95%

Q: What is the SCOFF Questionnaire used to determine?

A client's risk for disordered eating

Which of the following is an enzyme catalyzing the breakdown of ATP to ADP? ATPase ADPase Phosphorylase Polymerase

ATPase

Q: During which stage of change can coaches use incentives and penalties to maintain change? Action stage Preparation stage Maintenance stage Motivational stage

Action stage

Q: In general, daily mineral requirements are correlated with what?

Activity levels

Q: Emphasizing past experiences, helping clients remember their strengths successes, and ability to progress is an example of which motivational interviewing strategy?

Affirmation and validation

Q: What hormone helps the body retain sodium and as a result increases blood volume? Renin Aldosterone Angiotensin Arginine vasopressin

Aldosterone

Q: What is the premise of motivational interviewing?

All people have a desire for self-actualization

Q: In which states is it legal for a nutrition coach or personal trainer to make nutritional suggestions for healthy, active individuals?

Arizona and Michigan

Q: Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin? Ascorbic acid Beta-carotene Menaquinone Alpha tocopherol

Ascorbic acid

Q: What motivational interviewing strategy helps a coach understand the client's point of view and elicits their feelings about what is important to them?

Asking open-ended questions

Q: What term is used to describe the ability to self-govern and the capacity to act in accordance with objective guidelines instead of being influenced by desires and whims?

Autonomy

Q: Which of the following can increase the absorption of vitamin C? Choline Inositol Bioflavonoids Carotenoids

Bioflavonoids

Q: Gut bacteria has been found to prefer which of the following types of carbohydrates? Beta-glucan Mucilage Pectin Cellulose

Cellulose

Q: Which of the following is a precursor to bile acids? Lecithin Cholesterol Phosphatidylserine Gamma linoleic acid

Cholesterol

Which of the following is a pulpy, acidic fluid passing from the stomach to the small intestine, consisting of gastric juices and partially digested food? Bile Chyme Gastrin Pyloric acid

Chyme

Q: Which of the following is a way to gain leverage on oneself or others and make desired changes? Incentive strategy Challenging a client Commitment strategy Uncovering ambivalence

Commitment strategy

Q: Which macronutrient(s) are used most readily in muscle repair, post-exercise? Fat and protein Complex carbohydrates only Complex carbohydrates and protein Simple carbohydrates, fat and protein

Complex carbohydrates and protein

Q: Which of the following is one of the five stages of change? Autonomy Self-efficacy Contemplation Self-actualization

Contemplation

Q: The steps a customer goes through when considering, buying, and using a product or service is known as the

Customer Lifecyle.

Q: Sulfur is a derivative of what two essential amino acids?

Cysteine and methionine

Q: Which act defined a dietary supplement as a product taken by mouth containing a "dietary ingredient" intended to supplement the diet and may include vitamins, minerals, herbs, botanicals, amino acids, enzymes, or extracts? Supplementation Safety Act of 1939 Food and Drug Administration Act of 1977 Vitamin, Mineral, and Herb Act of 1990 Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994

Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994

Q: Which of the following can a certified nutrition coach do? Give advice regarding medical nutrition needs Offer treatment advice for medical conditions Discuss personal relationships, career or life advice Discuss information about behavioral change strategies to reach goals

Discuss information about behavioral change strategies to reach goals

Q: An ovo-vegetarian will consume which types of foods? Only dairy products Only plant-based products Lean meats and plant-based foods Eggs and food with egg as ingredients

Eggs and food with egg as ingredients

Q: Together, sodium, chloride, and potassium are known as what category of minerals?

Electrolytes

Which organ system works closely with the nervous system to produce, release, and regulate hormones?

Endocrine system

Q: Which of these processes describes the main method by which the human body dissipates heat?

Evaporation

Q: What is the most common culprit of positive energy balance leading to weight gain? Disease Lack of exercise Excess calorie intake Processed food sources

Excess calorie intake

Which of the following fuel sources is the most effective at producing ATP? Lactate Glucose Ketones Fatty acids

Fatty acids

Q: Which agency regulates the production and distribution of food, pharmaceuticals, tobacco, and other consumer products? Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms (ATF) US Department of Agriculture (USDA) US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)

Food and Drug Administration (FDA)

Q: Which of the following is most likely to protect muscle from being catabolized during exercise? Collagen Water Butter Fruit

Fruit

Q: The liver serves as a reservoir for which of the following? Cellulose Fructose Lactose Glucose

Glucose

Q: Which of the following is the primary source of energy for the brain? Fructose Fructan Glycogen Galactose

Glycogen

Q: In the typical American diet, approximately 30% of phosphorous comes from which food source? Fruits Grains Vegetables Animal sources

Grains

Which of the following is widely used to predict an individual's resting metabolic rate (RMR)? VO2 max testing The Fusco analysis Harris-Benedict Formula Ventilatory threshold testing

Harris-Benedict Formula

Q: Iron is most notably known for its role in:

Hemoglobin

Q: What is the term given to the nutritional deficiencies in people who consume adequate calories but inadequate micronutrients?

Hidden hunger

Who declared "Let thy food be thy medicine, and thy medicine be thy food" in 400 B.C.? Bessarian Aristippus Hippocrates Eratosthenes

Hippocrates

Q: Where is most calcium found in the body?

In the bones

Which method of measuring energy expenditure measures oxygen consumed, and carbon dioxide produced? Direct calorimetry Indirect calorimetry Thermic calorimetry Respiratory calorimetry

Indirect calorimetry

Q: What vitamin is neither fat nor water soluble? Niacin Folate Inositol Pantothenic acid

Inositol

Q: Which of the following is a type of diet that focuses on the timing of food intake in a 24-hor period or weekly, rather than on specific types of food?

Intermittent fasting

Q: Which of the following fluid compartments provides the fluid that produces sweat during exercise? Intracellular Extracellular Intravascular Interstitial

Intravascular

Q: Which of the following is a characteristic of soluble fiber? It does not dissolve in water It prevents spikes in blood glucose It is not a source of calories It passes through relatively intact

It prevents spikes in blood glucose

Q: What role does the pancreas play in the digestion of protein?

It produces protease It releases trypsin

Q: What effect is megadosing with niacin most likely to have on a client looking to increase athletic performance?

It will cause early onset fatigue

Q: Which of the following has been linked to the formation of atherosclerotic plaque? HDL LDL VLDL Triglycerides

LDL

Q: Calories from saturated and trans fats should be limited to what percent of daily calories?

Less than 10 percent

Q: What A1C level is recommended for most adults? Less than 5% Less than 7% No more than 10% No more than 14%

Less than 7%

Q: Of the BCAAs, which amino acids is the most used by the body? Valine Lysine Leucine Glutamine

Leucine

Q: ApoE is responsible for the reabsorption of lipids into what tissue? Liver Muscle Intestine Blood vessels

Liver

Q: Which diet has been shown to reduce cardiovascular disease risk up to 30 percent and trigger a significant reduction in the risk of developing Type II diabetes?

Mediterranean

Q: What term is used to describe the way a client approaches and responds to adversity?

Mental toughness

Q: Whey protein is found in which of the following sources? Egg Soybean Brown rice Milk

Milk

Q: Which of the following is digested quickly in the body? Collagen Protein Monosacharide Unsaturated fat

Monosacharide

Which organ system is used for smelling?

Olfactory system

Q: Which of the following is a non-essential fatty acid? DHA EPA Omega-6 Omega-9

Omega-9

Q: What type of formulation can help improve the absorption of vitamin A? One that is oil-based One that is water-based One that is fiber-based One that is protein-based

One that is oil-based

Q: Which of the following is defined as an unhealthy preoccupation with eating healthy or eating properly? Pica Orthorexia Bulimia Nervosa Anorexia Nervosa

Orthorexia

Q: Which of the following is a health history or screening questionnaire that personal trainers use and is a good option for a nutrition coach to gather appropriate health data to keep on file. PARQ+ Medical Questionnaire Personal Questionnaire Health History Questionnaire

PARQ+

Q: What can be used to boost motivation and celebrate achievements and milestones along the way?

Photos

Q: A goal of losing ten pounds in six weeks is an example of which type of goal?

Physical goal

Q: Within what stage of change may people not be consciously aware of the risks of their behavior? Relapse Autonomy Preparation Pre-contemplation

Pre-contemplation

Q: In the initial assessment of a client, which element(s) of motivational interviewing apply? All five elements Preparation and Action Pre-contemplation only Pre-contemplation and contemplation

Pre-contemplation and contemplation

Q: Which of the following is a glucocorticosteroid? Winstrol Dianabol Prednisone Testosterone

Prednisone

Q: Which form of protein supplement is produced by extracting protein from whole food using heat, acid, and enzymes? Protein isolates Protein flavanols Protein flavonoids Protein concentrates

Protein concentrates

Q: Questions regarding what motivates a client, what they feel distracts them from their progress and how they feel about their nutrition journey, are part of which type of assessment?

Psychological assessment

Within the ATP-ADP cycle, what is the process of adding a phosphate is called?

Rephosphorylation

Q: Which of the following is a disadvantage of in-person nutrition coaching? Lack of flexibility Less accountability Does not work will new clients Requires more logistical planning

Requires more logistical planning

Q: What type of analysis is useful during the planning phase of starting a new business, but can also be used to periodically review an existing business, with the goal of making improvements?

SWOT analysis

Q: An individual is more prone to obesity with a diet high in what type of fat?

Saturated

Q: What did the Food Pyramid use to represent how much the average American should consume? Calories Serving size Food source Servings per day

Servings per day

Q: Which of the following is one of the most severe and fatal food allergies in the United States? Tofu Shellfish Grapefruit Poultry

Shellfish

Q: Within the SMART goals acronym, what does the 'S' stand for?

Specific

Q: Which of the following places stress on bones and can prevent osteoporosis in adults? Indoor cycling Lap swimming Aerobic exercise Strength training

Strength training

Q: The amount of blood the heart pumps with each heartbeat is known as:

Stroke Volume

Q: Which of the following was enacted to protect clients' privacy and confidentiality?

The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)

Which of the following is a principle stating energy cannot be created or destroyed, but only changed from one form to another? Prilepin's Law Noether's Theorem The Law of Thermodynamics The Law of Conservation of Energy

The Law of Conservation of Energy

In humans, what provides the first impression of food? Taste Smell The eyes Mouthfeel

The eyes

Q: What are the two types of business plans, according to the Small Business Administration (SBA)? Traditional and Lean Funded and Unfunded Explanatory and Descriptive Corporate and Sole Proprietorships

Traditional and Lean

Q: Which of the following is true regarding trans fats? Trans fat is present naturally in some animals. Trans fat is only present in partially hydrogenated oils. The FDA now requires trans fat to be eliminated from foods. The FDA no longer requires trans fat to be included on labels.

Trans fat is present naturally in some animals.

Q: Which of the following is true of trends and fads? Trends have staying power. Fads gain momentum slowly. Fads solve a problem or a need. Trends come in waves and appear quickly.

Trends have staying power.

Q: Excess energy is stored in adipose tissue in what form? Glycogen Cholesterol Chylomicron Triglycerides

Triglycerides

Which of the following is one of the five categories of taste in food, corresponding to the flavor of glutamates? Salty Bitter Sweet Umami

Umami

Q: Which of the following is one of five unique guiding principles of motivational interviewing? Reactive listening Uncover ambivalence Directly oppose client resistance Do not shy away from confrontation

Uncover ambivalence

Q: Which of these hydration biomarkers provides the best index of day to day hydration? Thirst Urine volume Urine concentration Plasma osmolality

Urine volume

Q: Which of the following receptors is capable of increasing blood glucose? Vasopressin 1a Vasopressin 1b Meissner's corpuscles Pacinian corpuscles

Vasopressin 1a

Q: Women require higher amounts of which vitamin? Vitamin A Vitamin B Vitamin E Vitamin K

Vitamin B

Q: Cholesterol is needed in the synthesis of what vitamin? Vitamin A Vitamin D Vitamin E Vitamin K

Vitamin D

Q: Which of the following do Americans lack on a regular basis? Sodium Vitamin C Vitamin D Magnesium

Vitamin D

Q: Muscle will release amino acids to be used as energy under which of the following conditions? When insulin levels are low In the presence of a high-fat diet With severe calorie restriction After intense carbohydrate loading

With severe calorie restriction

Q: Proteins that have a high biological value are classified as

a complete protein.

Q: The initial detoxification, or detox is the first step in treating pica. orthorexia. bulimia nervosa. an alcohol disorder.

an alcohol disorder.

Q: In individuals with celiac disease, gluten triggers

an immune response, damaging the lining of the small intestine.

Q: A nutritionist who works in medical and long-term health care facilities is known as a

clinical nutritionist.

Epithelial cells can be classified as squamous, cuboidal, or

columnar

Q: Free radicals are produced as a result of inflammation in the body, and can cause

damage to cells.

Q: A darker urine pigmentation is typically indicative of

dehydration

Tendons and ligaments are made of

dense connective tissue.

Q: Any irregular eating behavior, such as binge eating, purging, starvation, self-denial, and obsession is considered

disordered eating.

Q: Acknowledging what a client has said, but then restating contrary statements the client has said in the past, is known as

double-sided reflection.

The small intestine is divided into three sections, in the following order:

duodenum, jejunum, and ileum

Q: Listening for and responding to the body's natural cues for thirst, hunger, and satiety is referred to as

mindful eating.

Q: A vitamin supplement containing two or more compounds is called a

multivitamin

Q: A claim on a food product that directly, or by implication, characterizes the level of a nutrient in food is known as a

nutrient content claim.

Q: The amount of nutrients in a food, relative to the number of calories it provides, is known as

nutrient density.

Q: Data collected through observations and actual data, not opinions, is called

objective data.

Q: The part of a package label most likely to be displayed, shown, or examined under normal conditions on a retail display is the

principal display panel.

Q: An individual's goal or fixed intention is referred to as his

purpose

Q: Supplementing with glutamine is most beneficial for clients

recovering from an injury.

Q: The seven steps in the goal-setting process are: determining the desired result, creating a SMART goal, writing the goal(s) down, creating a plan of action, establishing a timeline, acting, and

reevaluating and assessing progress.

Q: Factors affecting a person's access to food, food selections and the way they consume foods include: cultural, economic, and age. gender. health status. religious considerations

religious considerations

Q: According to FDA regulations, the information panel must contain specific information, including

required major allergens.

Q: Most protein digestion happens after chyme moves into the

small intestine

The three types of muscle found in the human body are: cardiac muscle, skeletal muscle, and

smooth muscle.

Q: A healthy eating pattern should be low in added sugars, saturated fats, and

sodium

Q: Andropause, also referred to as male menopause is a symptom associated with low levels of

testosterone

Q: Serving sizes must be based on amounts of foods and beverages

that people are actually eating.

Q: The form in which a supplement enters the body for absorption is known as

the delivery system.

Q: The most common weight-management supplements are referred to as Cafergots. fat burners. diet supplements. thermogenic supplements.

thermogenic supplements.

Q: Vitamin C is stored in the body in low amounts because:

they dissolve in water and removed in urine.

Q: SMART goals are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and

timely

Q: Periodically throughout the process, reassessment will be required to measure progress and

understand plateaus.