NUTR3000: MODULES 1-4 QUESTIONS
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
*Module 1* ( Energy)
What are the protein recommendations after exercise to maximise
muscle protein synthesis? - CORRECT ANSWER- 20-40g (0.3g/kg)
which includes 1-3g of leucine and 12-15g of essential amino acids
How often should protein be consumed after exercise to maximise
muscle protein synthesis? - CORRECT ANSWER- Every 3-4 hours
for 24 hours
What daily protein intake is recommended for the general population and
athletes in strength and power sports? - CORRECT ANSWER-
General population: 0.75-1.0g/kg/day
Strength and power athletes: 1.6-1.8g/kg/day
What daily protein intake is recommended for those wishing to achieve
an increase lean body mass? - CORRECT ANSWER-
1.4-2.0g/kg/day
What is a major practical consideration for athletes when taking protein
supplements? - CORRECT ANSWER- Compliance with sports
doping policy
Define energy. - CORRECT ANSWER- The capacity to perform work
What is the daily energy expenditure of cross country skiing? -
CORRECT ANSWER- 36,000KJ per day
, When performing the same exercise task, do men or women burn more
energy? - CORRECT ANSWER- Men burn more energy (larger size
and higher fat free mass)
What is the gold standard for measuring total energy expenditure? -
CORRECT ANSWER- Doubly labelled water method
What are some methods of measuring energy intake? - CORRECT
ANSWER- - Dietary surveys
- 24 hour dietary recall
- Food diaries
- Photo-based food diaries
What is the equation of energy balance? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Energy intake - energy expenditure
A positive energy balance occurs when energy intake is _______ than
energy expenditure. It is likely to result in body weight ____. -
CORRECT ANSWER- Greater
Gain
A negative energy balance occurs when energy intake is _____ than
energy expenditure. It is likely to result in body weight ____. -
CORRECT ANSWER- Lower
Loss
Energy expenditure is determined by? - CORRECT ANSWER- -
Basal metabolic rate (BMR)
- Planned physical activity
- Thermic effect of food (TEF)
- Non-exercise associated thermogenesis (NEAT)
What are the guidelines for weight loss? What type of food may be
beneficial in maintaining lean body mass? - CORRECT ANSWER- -
Energy deficit of 2000-4000KJ per day (results in a 0.5-1.0 kg per week
weight loss)
- Dairy food (contains protein & calcium)
WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
*Module 1* ( Energy)
What are the protein recommendations after exercise to maximise
muscle protein synthesis? - CORRECT ANSWER- 20-40g (0.3g/kg)
which includes 1-3g of leucine and 12-15g of essential amino acids
How often should protein be consumed after exercise to maximise
muscle protein synthesis? - CORRECT ANSWER- Every 3-4 hours
for 24 hours
What daily protein intake is recommended for the general population and
athletes in strength and power sports? - CORRECT ANSWER-
General population: 0.75-1.0g/kg/day
Strength and power athletes: 1.6-1.8g/kg/day
What daily protein intake is recommended for those wishing to achieve
an increase lean body mass? - CORRECT ANSWER-
1.4-2.0g/kg/day
What is a major practical consideration for athletes when taking protein
supplements? - CORRECT ANSWER- Compliance with sports
doping policy
Define energy. - CORRECT ANSWER- The capacity to perform work
What is the daily energy expenditure of cross country skiing? -
CORRECT ANSWER- 36,000KJ per day
, When performing the same exercise task, do men or women burn more
energy? - CORRECT ANSWER- Men burn more energy (larger size
and higher fat free mass)
What is the gold standard for measuring total energy expenditure? -
CORRECT ANSWER- Doubly labelled water method
What are some methods of measuring energy intake? - CORRECT
ANSWER- - Dietary surveys
- 24 hour dietary recall
- Food diaries
- Photo-based food diaries
What is the equation of energy balance? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Energy intake - energy expenditure
A positive energy balance occurs when energy intake is _______ than
energy expenditure. It is likely to result in body weight ____. -
CORRECT ANSWER- Greater
Gain
A negative energy balance occurs when energy intake is _____ than
energy expenditure. It is likely to result in body weight ____. -
CORRECT ANSWER- Lower
Loss
Energy expenditure is determined by? - CORRECT ANSWER- -
Basal metabolic rate (BMR)
- Planned physical activity
- Thermic effect of food (TEF)
- Non-exercise associated thermogenesis (NEAT)
What are the guidelines for weight loss? What type of food may be
beneficial in maintaining lean body mass? - CORRECT ANSWER- -
Energy deficit of 2000-4000KJ per day (results in a 0.5-1.0 kg per week
weight loss)
- Dairy food (contains protein & calcium)
