Fitour Core and Functional Fitness
Exam Questions and Answers
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Amino Acids - ANSWER - Any of a large number of compounds found in living cells
that contain carbon, oxygen, hydrogen and nitrogen, and join together to form
proteins. Twenty of the naturally occurring amino acids are the building blocks of
proteins, which they form by being connected to each other in chains. Eight of those
twenty, called essential amino acids, cannot be synthesized in the cells of humans
and must be consumed as part of the diet.
Antioxidants - ANSWER - Any of various substances (as beta-carotene, vitamin C,
and alpha-tocopherol) that inhibit oxidation or reactions promoted by oxygen and
peroxides and that include many held to protect the living body from the deleterious
effects of free radicals. Also aids in preventing cell damage from disease such as
cancer, arteriosclerosis and premature aging.
Appetite - ANSWER - desire, rather than a need, to eat.
Aromatherapy - ANSWER - The art and science of utilizing naturally extracted
aromatic essences from plants to balance, harmonize and promote the health of
body, mind, spirit.
Blood Sugar - ANSWER - Also known as blood glucose refers to sugar that is
transported through the bloodstream to supply energy to all the cells in our bodies.
The sugar is made from the food we eat. It's also formed and stored inside the body.
Caffeine - ANSWER - A crystalline compound that is found especially in tea and
coffee plants and is a stimulant of the central nervous system. It is a diuretic and
increases urination. It can decrease a person's ability to lose weight because it
stimulates insulin secretion, which reduces blood sugar, which increases hunger. It
can also cause anxiety, insomnia, nervousness, and hypertension.
, alertness, dilated blood vessels, raised heart rate and blood pressure, as well as
dehydration. Heart palpitations, headaches, nausea, jitters and sleeplessness -
ANSWER - side effects of energy drinks
enzymes - ANSWER - Molecules in the digestive system, they break proteins down
into amino acids, fats into fatty acids and carbohydrates into simple sugars
(glucose).
Chia - ANSWER - Salvia hispanica, is a species of flowering plant in the mint family.
Chia Seeds have a gelatinous coating that is developed when exposed to liquids,
they can also prevent blood sugar spikes. The seed is either white or a dark brown.
It contains calcium, manganese, and phosphorus and is a great source of healthy
omega-3 fats
Detox/detoxify - ANSWER - The metabolic process by which the toxic qualities of a
poison or toxin are reduced by the body. The detox diet simply means that you are
removing toxins from your bloodstream, liver, kidneys and intestines by means of a
strict diet. The goal is to help get the body back to a healthful, fresh state, and for
the body to function better.
Disease - ANSWER - A metabolic disease in which the body's inability to produce
any or enough insulin causes elevated levels of glucose in the blood. Type 2
diabetes, once known as adult-onset or non insulin-dependent diabetes is a chronic
condition now prevalent in adolescents and young adults. Obesity is thought to be
the primary cause of type 2 diabetes in people who are genetically predisposed to
the disease.
Ecological footprint - ANSWER - The impact of human activities measured in terms
of the area of biologically productive land and water required to produce the goods
consumed and to assimilate the wastes generated.
Energy Drinks - ANSWER - A beverage containing multiple ingredients which service
with expressed intent one or more facets of perceived neurological and or
psychological efficiency.
caffeine & B vitamins, caffeine & taurine, caffeine & ginseng, B vitamins and
taurine. Sugar and other stimulants may be included.
Exam Questions and Answers
100% Accurate
Amino Acids - ANSWER - Any of a large number of compounds found in living cells
that contain carbon, oxygen, hydrogen and nitrogen, and join together to form
proteins. Twenty of the naturally occurring amino acids are the building blocks of
proteins, which they form by being connected to each other in chains. Eight of those
twenty, called essential amino acids, cannot be synthesized in the cells of humans
and must be consumed as part of the diet.
Antioxidants - ANSWER - Any of various substances (as beta-carotene, vitamin C,
and alpha-tocopherol) that inhibit oxidation or reactions promoted by oxygen and
peroxides and that include many held to protect the living body from the deleterious
effects of free radicals. Also aids in preventing cell damage from disease such as
cancer, arteriosclerosis and premature aging.
Appetite - ANSWER - desire, rather than a need, to eat.
Aromatherapy - ANSWER - The art and science of utilizing naturally extracted
aromatic essences from plants to balance, harmonize and promote the health of
body, mind, spirit.
Blood Sugar - ANSWER - Also known as blood glucose refers to sugar that is
transported through the bloodstream to supply energy to all the cells in our bodies.
The sugar is made from the food we eat. It's also formed and stored inside the body.
Caffeine - ANSWER - A crystalline compound that is found especially in tea and
coffee plants and is a stimulant of the central nervous system. It is a diuretic and
increases urination. It can decrease a person's ability to lose weight because it
stimulates insulin secretion, which reduces blood sugar, which increases hunger. It
can also cause anxiety, insomnia, nervousness, and hypertension.
, alertness, dilated blood vessels, raised heart rate and blood pressure, as well as
dehydration. Heart palpitations, headaches, nausea, jitters and sleeplessness -
ANSWER - side effects of energy drinks
enzymes - ANSWER - Molecules in the digestive system, they break proteins down
into amino acids, fats into fatty acids and carbohydrates into simple sugars
(glucose).
Chia - ANSWER - Salvia hispanica, is a species of flowering plant in the mint family.
Chia Seeds have a gelatinous coating that is developed when exposed to liquids,
they can also prevent blood sugar spikes. The seed is either white or a dark brown.
It contains calcium, manganese, and phosphorus and is a great source of healthy
omega-3 fats
Detox/detoxify - ANSWER - The metabolic process by which the toxic qualities of a
poison or toxin are reduced by the body. The detox diet simply means that you are
removing toxins from your bloodstream, liver, kidneys and intestines by means of a
strict diet. The goal is to help get the body back to a healthful, fresh state, and for
the body to function better.
Disease - ANSWER - A metabolic disease in which the body's inability to produce
any or enough insulin causes elevated levels of glucose in the blood. Type 2
diabetes, once known as adult-onset or non insulin-dependent diabetes is a chronic
condition now prevalent in adolescents and young adults. Obesity is thought to be
the primary cause of type 2 diabetes in people who are genetically predisposed to
the disease.
Ecological footprint - ANSWER - The impact of human activities measured in terms
of the area of biologically productive land and water required to produce the goods
consumed and to assimilate the wastes generated.
Energy Drinks - ANSWER - A beverage containing multiple ingredients which service
with expressed intent one or more facets of perceived neurological and or
psychological efficiency.
caffeine & B vitamins, caffeine & taurine, caffeine & ginseng, B vitamins and
taurine. Sugar and other stimulants may be included.
