ISSA Sports Nutrition ACTUAL UPDATED
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
What are the three E's of nutrition? - CORRECT ANSWER -Essential Nutrition for
Maximum Performance, Essential Nutrition for Survival, Essential Nutrition for Optimal Health
Which of the following is an essential nutrient? - CORRECT ANSWER -Leucine, Vitamin
E, Potassium
In order to reduce free radical damage to their bodies, athletes need to consume nutrients with
______ capabilities? - CORRECT ANSWER -Antioxidant
What is the practice of eating certain amounts of protein fat, and carbohydrate to enhance athletic
performance? - CORRECT ANSWER -Nutrient calculation
What are the following PDI guidelines? - CORRECT ANSWER -1. They provide
examples of ingredients to look for in supplement products.
2. They are intended for athletes and healthy, physically active adults.
3. They are for both men and women.
4. They are dynamic, consider a wide range of needs.
The nervous system has different nutritional needs than the muscles. - CORRECT
ANSWER -True
Non-essential nutrients do not need to be included in the diet since they are already made in the
body. - CORRECT ANSWER -False
Individuals with special nutrition needs are not covered by the RDAs. - CORRECT
ANSWER -True
, PDI guidelines are primarily intended for the average public. - CORRECT ANSWER -
False
Body type, body composition, specific sport training, and activity level all determine nutritional
needs. - CORRECT ANSWER -True
Which macronutrient has a caloric value of 9 calories per gram? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Fat
Thermogenesis is activated by which of the following mechanisms? - CORRECT
ANSWER -1. Exercise
2. Exposure to cold
3. Nutrition
Which of the following is an example of a simple carbohydrate - CORRECT ANSWER -
1. Glucose
2. Fructose
Protein provides the body with building blocks in the form of? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Amino Acids
What does proper macronutrient modulation for physical activity incorporate? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Water, Electrolytes, Some amino acids, Simple carbohydrates just prior to and
during exercise.
Which of the following is the most essential macronutrient? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Water
Which of the following is a major electrolyte found in the body fluids? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Sodium, Magnesium, Potassium, Chloride
Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers
What are the three E's of nutrition? - CORRECT ANSWER -Essential Nutrition for
Maximum Performance, Essential Nutrition for Survival, Essential Nutrition for Optimal Health
Which of the following is an essential nutrient? - CORRECT ANSWER -Leucine, Vitamin
E, Potassium
In order to reduce free radical damage to their bodies, athletes need to consume nutrients with
______ capabilities? - CORRECT ANSWER -Antioxidant
What is the practice of eating certain amounts of protein fat, and carbohydrate to enhance athletic
performance? - CORRECT ANSWER -Nutrient calculation
What are the following PDI guidelines? - CORRECT ANSWER -1. They provide
examples of ingredients to look for in supplement products.
2. They are intended for athletes and healthy, physically active adults.
3. They are for both men and women.
4. They are dynamic, consider a wide range of needs.
The nervous system has different nutritional needs than the muscles. - CORRECT
ANSWER -True
Non-essential nutrients do not need to be included in the diet since they are already made in the
body. - CORRECT ANSWER -False
Individuals with special nutrition needs are not covered by the RDAs. - CORRECT
ANSWER -True
, PDI guidelines are primarily intended for the average public. - CORRECT ANSWER -
False
Body type, body composition, specific sport training, and activity level all determine nutritional
needs. - CORRECT ANSWER -True
Which macronutrient has a caloric value of 9 calories per gram? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Fat
Thermogenesis is activated by which of the following mechanisms? - CORRECT
ANSWER -1. Exercise
2. Exposure to cold
3. Nutrition
Which of the following is an example of a simple carbohydrate - CORRECT ANSWER -
1. Glucose
2. Fructose
Protein provides the body with building blocks in the form of? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Amino Acids
What does proper macronutrient modulation for physical activity incorporate? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Water, Electrolytes, Some amino acids, Simple carbohydrates just prior to and
during exercise.
Which of the following is the most essential macronutrient? - CORRECT ANSWER -
Water
Which of the following is a major electrolyte found in the body fluids? - CORRECT
ANSWER -Sodium, Magnesium, Potassium, Chloride
