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Worksheets11 HMS Supplements
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 9mins
Creatine might benefit which group of people and why?
Athletes and bodybuilders, because it helps improve muscle strength and performance.
Elderly individuals, because it increases bone density.
Children, because it enhances cognitive development.
People with allergies, because it reduces allergic reactions.
The body uses protein for which of the following reasons, and why might someone choose to supplement their diet with it?
To build and repair tissues, and to support muscle growth or recovery when dietary intake is insufficient
To provide the main source of energy for the body
To increase fat storage for insulation
To replace the need for vitamins and minerals
Do all people, including athletes, need protein supplements to meet their daily requirements. What does the research say about the amount of protein per kg of BW?
No, most people can meet their protein needs through diet; research suggests 1.2-2.0 g/kg of body weight for athletes.
Yes, everyone needs protein supplements; research suggests 3.0-4.0 g/kg of body weight.
Only non-athletes need supplements; research suggests 0.5-0.8 g/kg of body weight.
Supplements are required for all; research suggests 2.5-3.5 g/kg of body weight.
Potential health risks or side effects of taking too much protein or using supplements improperly include:
Kidney damage and digestive issues
Improved heart health
Increased bone strength
Enhanced vision
Natural food sources of protein and supplements differ in terms of effectiveness and health benefits. Which of the following statements is correct?
Natural food sources of protein generally offer additional nutrients and health benefits compared to supplements.
Supplements always provide more health benefits than natural food sources of protein.
Natural food sources of protein lack essential nutrients found in supplements.
Supplements are always more effective than natural food sources of protein.
What is a major function of Calcium?
Helps insulin move glucose from blood into cells
Makes up bone and teeth; muscle contraction/relaxation; blood pressure; nerve function
Antioxidant, works with vitamin E
Maintains normal fluid and electrolyte balance
What is a deficiency effect of iron?
Anemia, weakness, headaches, reduced immunity, low cold tolerance
Night blindness, dry skin, poor growth
Scurvy, bleeding gums, delayed wound healing
Rickets, bone pain, muscle weakness
Which vitamin is important for bone growth and maintenance, and absorption of calcium?
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin K
Vitamin B12
Creatine serves as an energy source for explosive and forceful muscle contractions.
True
False
What is the main way caffeine acts in the body?
Provides energy
Acts as a stimulant to the central nervous system
Increases sugar levels
Decreases heart rate
Analyse whether supplementation is necessary for elite athletes. Which elite athletes may benefit from supplements, and which would not?
Endurance athletes may benefit from supplements, while those with balanced diets may not need them.
All elite athletes require supplementation regardless of their diet.
Supplements are only necessary for athletes in non-endurance sports.
No elite athletes benefit from supplementation.
Would an 800m runner need protein supplements to meet their daily needs?
An 800m runner would not need high protein supplements as they can meet their protein needs through a balanced diet of meat, nuts, and dairy products.
An 800m runner requires extremely high protein intake to build muscle mass quickly.
An 800m runner should avoid all protein supplements to improve endurance.
An 800m runner only needs carbohydrates and fats, not protein, for optimal performance.
A soccer player who competes in winter might have a need for Vitamin C because:
Vitamin C helps boost the immune system during cold weather.
Vitamin C increases muscle mass rapidly.
Vitamin C is only needed in summer sports.
Vitamin C prevents dehydration in winter.
An endurance athlete might consider using caffeine supplementation to improve performance because caffeine
relaxes the muscles to improve recovery time.
increases the amount of creatine stored in muscles.
promotes growth, repair and maintenance of muscle tissue.
reduces the perception of fatigue and may promote glycogen sparing.
The effects of TWO supplements used by athletes to alter their performance are:
Creatine increases muscle strength and endurance, while caffeine enhances alertness and reduces fatigue.
Vitamin C boosts muscle mass and iron increases speed.
Protein powder decreases flexibility and beta-alanine causes dehydration.
Electrolytes slow down recovery and omega-3 reduces power output.
