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WorksheetsSports Nutrition 2
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 16mins
The majority of the digestion process takes place in the stomach.
True
False
A lack of water during exercise can lead to dehydration.
True
False
The energy from food is measured in
kilowatts (kW)
kilometers (km)
kiliograms (kg)
kilocalories (kcal)
What is meant by a balanced diet?
Eating what your body wants for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Eating more than you need to help the body recover after exercise.
Eating the right amount of calories from all the food groups to provide nutrients for the body.
Eating 50% protein and 50% Carbohydrates & Fats.
A balanced diet is important because
you can get into trouble if it is not balanced
life is a balance
the body needs nutrients for growth and hydration
the body needs nutrients for energy and health
your stomach needs to be filled or you will lose your balance
Which of the following enzymes is responsible for the breakdown of carbohydrates during digestion?
Lipase
Amylase
Pepsin
Lactase
Which of the following enzymes is responsible for the breakdown of protein during digestion?
Pepsin
Hydrolase
Amylase
Cellulase
Which of the following enzymes is responsible for the breakdown of fats during digestion?
Galactase
Laccase
Lactase
Lipase
The energy from food comes in three main forms, they are
Proteins
Enzymes
Molecules
Carbohydrates
Fats
The energy from carbohydrates is converted to a substance called
gelatin
glycogen
glucan
gluten
No more than ________ of your energy should come from eating saturated fats.
50 %
40%
20%
10%
All of the following sports performers can benefit from a rich protein diet except
Rugby players
Wrestlers
Sprinters
Gymnasts
The main function of the digestive system is to
process food faster.
full the stomach.
break down food.
store food longer.
The duodenum, jejunum, and ileum are found in which part of the digestive system?
The stomach
The esophagus
The small intestine
The large intestine
When you participate in physical activities, your body requires extra energy. The amount of energy used will depend on
the type of exercise you do
the intensity level of the exercise
the length of time you exercise for
all of the above
If an individual's daily calorie intake is equal to the number of calories used, they will
lose weight
gain weight
maintain weight
none of the above
Which part of the digestive system passes food from the mouth to the stomach?
The small intestine
The large intestine
The duodenum
The esophagus
The absorption of nutrients takes place in the small intestine.
True
False
When food enters the large intestine, digestive enzymes are released.
True
False
Simple carbohydrates can provide a lot of energy for immediate use but contain no nutritional value.
True
False
