FN2 Unit 2 Review

Cameron is considering a dietary supplement to help him build lean muscle mass. Which type of supplement should he automatically reject?

• a supplement whose ingredients are listed on the label

• a supplement that uses generic ingredients

• a supplement that tests for banned substances

• a supplement whose dosage is based on scientific research

Which suggestion would be best for a pregnant woman in her second trimester?

• 800 additional calories a day including calcium-rich snacks

• 800 additional calories a day including three additional servings of protein

• 340 additional calories a day including calcium-rich snacks

• 200 additional calories a day including three additional servings of protein

Jennifer is trying to decide whether to breastfeed her baby once it is born. What is an advantage of breastfeeding for the mother?

• enhances mother’s immune system

• slower weight loss after pregnancy

• less flexibility and convenience

• saves money and time

Which are most likely to have high amounts of trans fats?

• citrus fruits

• fast foods

• lean meats

• vegetables

How does eating excessive amounts of fats impact the body?

• by causing anemia

• by causing nausea

• by causing obesity

• by causing osteoporosis

Dietary fiber is essential to digestion and metabolism because:

• it contributes to the breaking down of carbohydrates.

• it helps contribute to a healthy bowel system, lowers cholesterol, helps control blood sugar levels, and helps maintain a healthy weight.

• it helps eliminate amino acids from the body.

• it serves as the transportation system throughout the bloodstream.

Collard greens, spinach, turnips, and fortified cereals are all good sources of which nutrient?

• vitamin B complex

• iron

• magnesium

• sodium

Elizabeth wants to choose a healthy snack to help her recover after a tough swim practice. Which would be the best choice?

• a bag of potato chips and a soda

• a peanut butter and banana smoothie with a scoop of protein powder

• a large sports drink and a chocolate muffin

• a pepperoni and sausage pizza

Sam experienced painful stomach cramps during his last basketball game. What could have caused this?

• eating 3-4 hours before the game

• drinking water during the game

• eating a large meal 20 minutes before the game

• eating complex carbohydrates before the game

Tom is at a healthy weight but wants to gain body mass during the rugby off-season. Which suggestion would be recommended?

• increasing saturated fats

• decreasing calorie intake

• increasing aerobic activity

• increasing strength training