ACE ACE - Personal Trainer Nutrition and Weight Management 2

Question 1

What is glycogen?

Accepted Answer

The stored form of glucose in muscles and liver

Answer

Glycogen is the stored form of glucose found primarily in the liver and skeletal muscle, used as a rapid energy source.

Question 2

What percentage of total daily calories is generally recommended to come from carbohydrates?

Accepted Answer

45–65%

Answer

The AMDR for carbohydrates is 45–65% of total daily caloric intake, as established by the Dietary Reference Intakes.

Question 3

Which mineral plays a critical role in oxygen transport in the blood?

Accepted Answer

Iron

Answer

Iron is a key component of hemoglobin in red blood cells, enabling oxygen transport throughout the body.

Question 4

What is the thermic effect of food (TEF)?

Accepted Answer

Energy burned to digest, absorb, and metabolize nutrients

Answer

TEF is the energy expended during the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of food, accounting for about 10% of total daily energy expenditure.

Question 5

What is the general daily protein recommendation for a moderately active adult?

Accepted Answer

0.8–1.0 g/kg body weight

Answer

The RDA for moderately active adults is 0.8–1.0 g of protein per kilogram of body weight per day.

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