GUIDE 2026 COMPLETE QUESTIONS |
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How much exercise should every US adult accumulate? - ANSWER 30 minutes
or more of moderate-intensity physical activity on more, preferably all days of the
week
What BMI is classified as overweight? - ANSWER 25+
What BMI is classified as obese? - ANSWER BMI 30+
Obesity is defined as being roughly how many pounds over a healthy weight? -
ANSWER 30+
Define Diabetes - ANSWER a fasting blood glucose of greater than 125 on two
separate occasions
How often should you get out of your patrol car and move around? -
ANSWER at least once every 20-30 minutes
What is the primary cause of heat injuries? - ANSWER Humidity
,What are the different sources of stress? - ANSWER Physical
Mental
Emotional
Social
What are the 3 Major Nutrients? - ANSWER Carbohydrates, Protein, Fats
What are Complex Carbs? - ANSWER starches
What are Simple Carbs? - ANSWER sugars
How many calories do Carbs provide per gram? - ANSWER 4 calories per
gram
RDA states carbs should comprise what percentage of daily calories? -
ANSWER 45-65%
Fat aids in the absorption of which vitamins? - ANSWER vitamins A, D, E, and
K
Define saturated fats - ANSWER Animal Fats
Solid at room temperature
Associated with an increase in cholesterol
Fatty acids cannot hold hydrogen atoms anymore
,Define unsaturated fats - ANSWER Plant Fats
Liquid at room temperature
Polyunsaturated and Monounsaturated
Not associated with cholesterol increase but do contribute to body fat
Define Trans Fat - ANSWER Specific type of fat formed when liquid oils are
made into solid fats
How many calories do Fats provide per gram? - ANSWER 9 calories per gram
RDA states Fats should comprise how much of daily calories? - ANSWER 20-
35%
Define Nonessential Amino Acids - ANSWER 11 amino acids can be
synthesized by the human body, but do not need to be consumed in the diet
Define Essential Amino Acids - ANSWER 9 of the amino acids are necessary
for the diet because the body cannot manufacture them
The average American diet provides how many times more protein than the body
needs? - ANSWER 2-3 times
How many calories do Proteins provide per gram? - ANSWER 4 calories per
gram
, RDA states Proteins should comprise how many daily calories? - ANSWER 10-
35%
How many Grains are needed daily? - ANSWER 3-4 ounces daily
Half of the grains eaten should be whole grains
How many Vegetables are needed daily? - ANSWER 2.5-3 cups daily
Half of the plate should be fruits and vegetables
How many Fruits are needed daily? - ANSWER 2.5-3 cups daily
Half of the plate should be fruits and vegetables
How many oils are needed daily? - ANSWER Between 5-7 teaspoons daily
How much dairy is needed daily? - ANSWER 3 cups daily
How much protein is needed daily? - ANSWER 5-6.5 ounces daily
Define Aerobic Exercise - ANSWER the primary fuel source is fat. As a fuel
source, the benefit of fat is that it can be supplied for a long period. However, fat
requires the presence of oxygen to be broken down into a usable form