Ch. 11 Sports Nutrition: Supplements

Which of the following is a reason why athletes might not need to take vitamin and mineral supplements?

• They can choose to consume more nutrient-dense food.

• Supplements are always harmful.

• All athletes have food allergies.

• Supplements are illegal for athletes.

In which situation might vitamin and mineral supplements be appropriate?

• During pregnancy

• When eating fast food

• After every workout

• When not exercising

Supplements such as dietary nitrate, beta-alanine, sodium bicarbonate, and caffeine are primarily used for what purpose?

• Enhancing performance

• Boosting the immune system

• Protecting bones and joints

• Reducing calorie intake

Which of the following supplements is said to help boost the immune system, despite limited research?

• Echinacea

• Glucosamine

• Beta-alanine

• Creatine

Describe a situation in which taking a multivitamin or mineral pill would be appropriate.

• When someone has a diagnosed deficiency.

• When someone eats a balanced diet.

• When someone wants to avoid exercise.

• When someone drinks plenty of water.

What is the best thing to do regarding taking supplements?

• Eat food closest to its natural form

• Take supplements daily

• Avoid all supplements

• Only eat processed foods

Which of the following is NOT listed as a benefit of eating food in its natural form?

• Disease prevention

• Reduce inflammation

• Increase supplement intake

• All are benefits

Supplements may contain isolated components that do not work together and lack what effect found in natural compounds?

• Toxic effects

• Synergistic effects

• Addictive effects

• None of the above

Explain why eating a variety of fruits and vegetables is important for vitamin intake.

• Because different fruits and vegetables provide different vitamins that the body cannot make.

• Because they are the only source of protein.

• Because they contain only fat-soluble vitamins.

• Because they are high in calories.

Which vitamin is essential for healthy vision, growth, immune response, and reproduction?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin K