NASM CPT Textbook Notes Ch 18 Exam
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The traditional reason for use of a To provide the body with nutrients that
dietary supplement might not
be supplied adequately by a person's
typical diet.
Dietary Supplements A substance that completes or makes an
addition
to daily dietary intake
The sole responsibility for Falls on the shoulders of the company that
determining the safety and manufactures and markets it the dietary
effectiveness of a dietary supplement, almost anything that is not
supplement already
classified as a drug can be put into a pill,
capsule,
or powder form and sold as a dietary
supplement.
, Reason people take supplements To help prevent or treat a specific health
problem,
in hopes of enhancing physical or mental
performance, altering body composition,
stimulating metabolism, controlling
appetite, or
slowing or reversing age-related changes
in body
structure and function.
Calorie needs generally drop with As a result of this, the need for protein,
age vitamins
and minerals does not decline.
Excess Vitamin A This can cause birth defects when a
woman is
taking too much at conception and during
early
pregnancy.
Excess Vitamin D Can result in the calcification of blood
vessels and
eventually damage the function of the
kidneys,
heart, and lungs.
Excessive intake of vitamin B6 This can cause permanent damage to
sensory
nerves.
Excess (and inadequate) calcium This can increase the risk of developing
intake kidney
stones.
Questions and Answers with Verified
Solutions | Latest Updated 2026
The traditional reason for use of a To provide the body with nutrients that
dietary supplement might not
be supplied adequately by a person's
typical diet.
Dietary Supplements A substance that completes or makes an
addition
to daily dietary intake
The sole responsibility for Falls on the shoulders of the company that
determining the safety and manufactures and markets it the dietary
effectiveness of a dietary supplement, almost anything that is not
supplement already
classified as a drug can be put into a pill,
capsule,
or powder form and sold as a dietary
supplement.
, Reason people take supplements To help prevent or treat a specific health
problem,
in hopes of enhancing physical or mental
performance, altering body composition,
stimulating metabolism, controlling
appetite, or
slowing or reversing age-related changes
in body
structure and function.
Calorie needs generally drop with As a result of this, the need for protein,
age vitamins
and minerals does not decline.
Excess Vitamin A This can cause birth defects when a
woman is
taking too much at conception and during
early
pregnancy.
Excess Vitamin D Can result in the calcification of blood
vessels and
eventually damage the function of the
kidneys,
heart, and lungs.
Excessive intake of vitamin B6 This can cause permanent damage to
sensory
nerves.
Excess (and inadequate) calcium This can increase the risk of developing
intake kidney
stones.
