Nutrition and Exercise Quiz

How many calories are in one pound of fat?

• 2500 calories

• 3000 calories

• 3500 calories

• 4000 calories

Which of the following vitamins are fat-soluble?

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin B12

• Vitamin K

• Vitamin B6

What are two main ways water is lost during exercise?

• Urination and defecation

• Breathing and sweating

• Crying and sneezing

• Vomiting and coughing

What is one way to prevent muscle cramping due to electrolyte imbalance?

• Increase protein intake

• Use sports drinks for fluid replacement

• Eat more carbohydrates

• Reduce water intake

How long before an event should pre-hydration begin?

• 1 hour

• 2 hours

• 3 hours

• 4 hours

a specialty area of study and practice within the field of nutrition

• fats

• vitamins

• sports nutrition

• proteins

these include carbohydrates, proteins, and fats and are classified as such because they have a high caloric value and the body has a large daily need for them.

• micronutrients

• macronutrients

• vitamins

• water

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vitamins and minerals are classified as this because the body's daily requirements for these are so small.

• macronutrients

• carbohydrates

• micronutrients

• proteins

are sugar molecules, your body breaks down these into glucose. These are a main source of energy like sugars, starches, and fiber

• fats

• proteins

• carbohydrates

• minerals

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these account for 55-60% of your caloric intake

• fats

• proteins

• carbohydrates

• vitamins