Side effects from taking iron supplements include:
a. constipation.
b. nausea.
c. cramping.
d. All of the above
e. a and c only
Q. 2What dietary components are MOST effective at raising muscle glycogen concentrations?
a. Fats
b. Proteins
c. Carbohydrates
d. Chromium & iron-containing supplements
Q. 3What is the recommended amount of dietary cholesterol for youth?
a. 100 mg/day
b. 250 mg/day
c. 300 mg/day
d. 500 mg/day
e. There is no recommendation for this age group.
Q. 4A pregnant teen who is deficient in iron early in pregnancy is at higher risk of:
a. remaining iron deficient after delivery.
b. having a low-birth weight baby.
c. having a preterm delivery.
d. craving unusual foods.
e. b and c only
Q. 5What iron-rich food source would be the best choice for an adolescent who is a lacto-vegetarian?
a. Pinto beans and diced tomatoes
b. Scrambled eggs with cheese
c. Tuna sandwich
d. Flour tortilla with cheese
e. Fish sandwich with lettuce
Q. 6An endurance runner asks you for advice on how to MAXIMIZE his glucose supply before a big race. What is your advice?
a. Eat a high-carbohydrate diet in the days prior to your race
b. Load up on steak and potatoes the night before
c. Drink plenty of fluids containing carbohydrates before the race
d. Eat a balanced diet with at least 40 carbohydrates daily
e. b and c only
Q. 7John has an intense soccer practice coming up and has asked you what he can drink in order to stay hydrated and energized during practice. What would you suggest?
a. Very cold orange juice
b. Orange juice diluted 1:2 with water
c. Red Bull energy drinks
d. Diet or regular cola
e. Plain water