NASM NUTRITION EXAM QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS 2025\2026 update (GRADED
A+)
A Nutrition Coach can provide clients non-medical nutrition information and behavior
guidance. T/F - ANSWER-T
Every region requires that a Nutrition Coach work under the supervision of a Registered
Dietitian. T/F - ANSWER-F
Psychogist - ANSWER-Refer clients who have issues with chronic depression or
anxiety; gain client referrals who would benefit from regular nutrition guidance and
accountability.
athletic trainer - ANSWER-Refer clients who have orthopedic issues or injuries who
need advice on fitness and rehab; gain athlete referrals who need assistance with
weight loss or nutrition accountability.
internal medicine doctor - ANSWER-Refer clients who have sudden onset of digestive
issues; gain client referrals who need detailed education on sound nutritional practices.
obstetrician - ANSWER-Refer clients with new-onset pregnancy; gain referrals for
clients who are post-partum and would like to lose weight.
registered dietician - ANSWER-Refer clients who want nutritional guidance for ultra-
endurance events; gain client referrals for nutrition support and accountability.
MATCH THE REFERRAL SCENARIO DOWN BELOW - ANSWER-
COMPLains of acute knee pain with increased running distance - ANSWER-athletic
trainer
preoccupied, bordering on obsessed, with weight loss and daily nutritional intake -
ANSWER-psychologist
complains of periods of constipation alternating with diarrhea - ANSWER-internal
medicine doctor
has been recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes - ANSWER-registered dietician
has been lactating and recently complaining of low energy - ANSWER-obstetrician
, what are enzymes? - ANSWER-protein-based structures which catalyze chemical
reactions
best prescription for daily protein for elderly/sedentary individual - ANSWER-1.3 g/kg
body weight
fiber intake rec for women in US - ANSWER-25 g fiber daily
current estimated daily intakes of fiber for men and women in US - ANSWER-18 g men/
15 g women
how many sugar units are contained in oligosaccharides? - ANSWER-3-10 sugar units
what enzyme is responsible for breaking down triglycerides in the mouth? - ANSWER-
lingual lipase
function of a micelle: - ANSWER-facillitation of the absorption of monoglycerides, free
fatty acids, and fat-soluble vitamins
which product of ethanol metabolism disrupts fatty acid oxidation in peripheral tissues? -
ANSWER-acetate
disease result of vitamin D deficiency? - ANSWER-rickets
% of children under age of 5 with Vitamin A deficiency worldwide? - ANSWER-.33
hyponatremia (low sodium concentration in the blood) sets in when sodium falls below
what concentration? - ANSWER-135 millimolar
common name for vitamin B3: - ANSWER-Niacin
primary cause of exertional rhabdomyolysis: - ANSWER-intense exercise session
which of the following responses occurs during exercise-associated hyponatremia? -
ANSWER-extracellular fluid shifts inside cells
min % of beverage fluid replacement range that should be suggested for clients who
lose more than 3 % of their body mass during training and train more than once over a
24 hr period? - ANSWER-110-120 %
energy pathway that doesn't require oxygen to produce ATP? - ANSWER-anaerobic
pathway
potential value of consuming essential amino acids? - ANSWER-maximizing muscle
protein synthesis and reducing soreness
ANSWERS 2025\2026 update (GRADED
A+)
A Nutrition Coach can provide clients non-medical nutrition information and behavior
guidance. T/F - ANSWER-T
Every region requires that a Nutrition Coach work under the supervision of a Registered
Dietitian. T/F - ANSWER-F
Psychogist - ANSWER-Refer clients who have issues with chronic depression or
anxiety; gain client referrals who would benefit from regular nutrition guidance and
accountability.
athletic trainer - ANSWER-Refer clients who have orthopedic issues or injuries who
need advice on fitness and rehab; gain athlete referrals who need assistance with
weight loss or nutrition accountability.
internal medicine doctor - ANSWER-Refer clients who have sudden onset of digestive
issues; gain client referrals who need detailed education on sound nutritional practices.
obstetrician - ANSWER-Refer clients with new-onset pregnancy; gain referrals for
clients who are post-partum and would like to lose weight.
registered dietician - ANSWER-Refer clients who want nutritional guidance for ultra-
endurance events; gain client referrals for nutrition support and accountability.
MATCH THE REFERRAL SCENARIO DOWN BELOW - ANSWER-
COMPLains of acute knee pain with increased running distance - ANSWER-athletic
trainer
preoccupied, bordering on obsessed, with weight loss and daily nutritional intake -
ANSWER-psychologist
complains of periods of constipation alternating with diarrhea - ANSWER-internal
medicine doctor
has been recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes - ANSWER-registered dietician
has been lactating and recently complaining of low energy - ANSWER-obstetrician
, what are enzymes? - ANSWER-protein-based structures which catalyze chemical
reactions
best prescription for daily protein for elderly/sedentary individual - ANSWER-1.3 g/kg
body weight
fiber intake rec for women in US - ANSWER-25 g fiber daily
current estimated daily intakes of fiber for men and women in US - ANSWER-18 g men/
15 g women
how many sugar units are contained in oligosaccharides? - ANSWER-3-10 sugar units
what enzyme is responsible for breaking down triglycerides in the mouth? - ANSWER-
lingual lipase
function of a micelle: - ANSWER-facillitation of the absorption of monoglycerides, free
fatty acids, and fat-soluble vitamins
which product of ethanol metabolism disrupts fatty acid oxidation in peripheral tissues? -
ANSWER-acetate
disease result of vitamin D deficiency? - ANSWER-rickets
% of children under age of 5 with Vitamin A deficiency worldwide? - ANSWER-.33
hyponatremia (low sodium concentration in the blood) sets in when sodium falls below
what concentration? - ANSWER-135 millimolar
common name for vitamin B3: - ANSWER-Niacin
primary cause of exertional rhabdomyolysis: - ANSWER-intense exercise session
which of the following responses occurs during exercise-associated hyponatremia? -
ANSWER-extracellular fluid shifts inside cells
min % of beverage fluid replacement range that should be suggested for clients who
lose more than 3 % of their body mass during training and train more than once over a
24 hr period? - ANSWER-110-120 %
energy pathway that doesn't require oxygen to produce ATP? - ANSWER-anaerobic
pathway
potential value of consuming essential amino acids? - ANSWER-maximizing muscle
protein synthesis and reducing soreness
