NASM NUTRITION CERTIFICATION
PRACTICE EXAM WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS 2025
One of the roles of a Nutrition Coach is to help facilitate weight loss.
Which of the following would be most appropriate to recommend for
the overweight client? ( correct answers ) Refer to a certified
personal trainer for a resistance training program.
To ensure the client is retaining any shared information, it is important
that the content presented is highly relevant and what other quality? (
correct answers ) Practical
It is not uncommon for clients to confide in the Nutrition Coach. Which
client conversation would be grounds for a referral to a licensed
healthcare professional? ( correct answers ) Daily panic attacks
A Nutrition Coach is sitting own with a new client for her initial
evaluation. She noted on her Health History Questionnaire that she
has diabetes and she has trouble keeping her blood glucose
controlled. What is the best course of action? ( correct answers )
Refer her to a Certified Diabetes Educator.
A new client is 6-weeks post-partum. She states that she has very
little energy and feels sadness most of the time. What is the most
appropriate course of action? ( correct answers ) Refer her to a
clinical psychiatrist.
Numerous studies, including genetic studies, randomized controlled
trials on lipid lowering medications, and observational studies point to
LDL having a causal role in heart disease. Which term best describes
,the concept that LDL plays a causal role in heart disease? ( correct
answers ) Theory
The Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) involves
collecting health-related information via telephone interview across
the United States. Which term best describes this research? ( correct
answers ) Survey
Scientists gather 20 studies looking at the relationship between
protein intake and lean body mass, and then they statistically analyze
them together as a group. What type of study is this? ( correct
answers ) Meta-analysis
Seven studies show diet A lowers cholesterol more than diet B. Three
studies show no difference. Assuming all the studies are equivalent in
quality, which item best describes this situation? ( correct answers )
The weight of the evidence suggest diet A is more effective for
lowering cholesterol than diet B, but more data is needed.
Which of the following is true in regards to obesity-related conditions?
( correct answers ) They are one of the leading preventable causes of
death.
Which of the following is true about portion sizes in America during the past
decade? ( correct answers ) They have increased dramatically.
What foods elicit faster satiety-signal responses? ( correct answers )
Carbohydrates and proteins
Which of the following is true about the link between type-2 diabetes and
diet? ( correct answers ) They have a very strong connection.
To which of the following is one metabolic equivalent (MET) equal?
( correct answers ) 3.5 ml O2 / Kg / min
What is the process of generating energy from the food we eat?
( correct answers ) Metabolism
, Which of the following is best defined as the energy accounted for
during digestion and processing of food? ( correct answers ) Thermic
effect of feeding (TEF)
Which is one of the key features that distinguishes life from non-life?
( correct answers ) Metabolism
In general, what sources are complete proteins? ( correct answers )
Animal-based products
Which of the following is true about high-protein snacks? ( correct
answers ) Protein-based snacks without excess fats or carbohydrates
can enhance satiety and, therefore, weight loss.
If a new client reveals they have kidney disease, what should you do?
( correct answers ) Work with their registered dietitian or medical
doctor for dietary guidance.
What is dehydration synthesis? ( correct answers ) Removal of 2
hydrogens and 1 oxygen from 2 different molecules when the 2
molecules are joined together.
Which of the following is the best prescription for daily protein intake for an
elderly, sedentary individual? ( correct answers ) 1.3 g/kg body weight
What is the current daily fiber intake recommendation for women in the
U.S.? ( correct answers ) 25 grams of fiber daily.
Which complex carbohydrate chain contains straight-chain structures?
( correct answers ) Amylose
Because of the catabolic nature of exercise, insulin release is largely
suppressed during an exercise bout. How does glucose, consumed during a
workout, then enter the cell? ( correct answers ) The body relies upon non-
insulin mediated glucose uptake.
PRACTICE EXAM WITH CORRECT
ANSWERS 2025
One of the roles of a Nutrition Coach is to help facilitate weight loss.
Which of the following would be most appropriate to recommend for
the overweight client? ( correct answers ) Refer to a certified
personal trainer for a resistance training program.
To ensure the client is retaining any shared information, it is important
that the content presented is highly relevant and what other quality? (
correct answers ) Practical
It is not uncommon for clients to confide in the Nutrition Coach. Which
client conversation would be grounds for a referral to a licensed
healthcare professional? ( correct answers ) Daily panic attacks
A Nutrition Coach is sitting own with a new client for her initial
evaluation. She noted on her Health History Questionnaire that she
has diabetes and she has trouble keeping her blood glucose
controlled. What is the best course of action? ( correct answers )
Refer her to a Certified Diabetes Educator.
A new client is 6-weeks post-partum. She states that she has very
little energy and feels sadness most of the time. What is the most
appropriate course of action? ( correct answers ) Refer her to a
clinical psychiatrist.
Numerous studies, including genetic studies, randomized controlled
trials on lipid lowering medications, and observational studies point to
LDL having a causal role in heart disease. Which term best describes
,the concept that LDL plays a causal role in heart disease? ( correct
answers ) Theory
The Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System (BRFSS) involves
collecting health-related information via telephone interview across
the United States. Which term best describes this research? ( correct
answers ) Survey
Scientists gather 20 studies looking at the relationship between
protein intake and lean body mass, and then they statistically analyze
them together as a group. What type of study is this? ( correct
answers ) Meta-analysis
Seven studies show diet A lowers cholesterol more than diet B. Three
studies show no difference. Assuming all the studies are equivalent in
quality, which item best describes this situation? ( correct answers )
The weight of the evidence suggest diet A is more effective for
lowering cholesterol than diet B, but more data is needed.
Which of the following is true in regards to obesity-related conditions?
( correct answers ) They are one of the leading preventable causes of
death.
Which of the following is true about portion sizes in America during the past
decade? ( correct answers ) They have increased dramatically.
What foods elicit faster satiety-signal responses? ( correct answers )
Carbohydrates and proteins
Which of the following is true about the link between type-2 diabetes and
diet? ( correct answers ) They have a very strong connection.
To which of the following is one metabolic equivalent (MET) equal?
( correct answers ) 3.5 ml O2 / Kg / min
What is the process of generating energy from the food we eat?
( correct answers ) Metabolism
, Which of the following is best defined as the energy accounted for
during digestion and processing of food? ( correct answers ) Thermic
effect of feeding (TEF)
Which is one of the key features that distinguishes life from non-life?
( correct answers ) Metabolism
In general, what sources are complete proteins? ( correct answers )
Animal-based products
Which of the following is true about high-protein snacks? ( correct
answers ) Protein-based snacks without excess fats or carbohydrates
can enhance satiety and, therefore, weight loss.
If a new client reveals they have kidney disease, what should you do?
( correct answers ) Work with their registered dietitian or medical
doctor for dietary guidance.
What is dehydration synthesis? ( correct answers ) Removal of 2
hydrogens and 1 oxygen from 2 different molecules when the 2
molecules are joined together.
Which of the following is the best prescription for daily protein intake for an
elderly, sedentary individual? ( correct answers ) 1.3 g/kg body weight
What is the current daily fiber intake recommendation for women in the
U.S.? ( correct answers ) 25 grams of fiber daily.
Which complex carbohydrate chain contains straight-chain structures?
( correct answers ) Amylose
Because of the catabolic nature of exercise, insulin release is largely
suppressed during an exercise bout. How does glucose, consumed during a
workout, then enter the cell? ( correct answers ) The body relies upon non-
insulin mediated glucose uptake.
