ACE - Personal Trainer Nutrition and Weight Management Flashcards
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What is glycogen?
Answer: The stored form of glucose in muscles and liver
Glycogen is the stored form of glucose found primarily in the liver and skeletal muscle, used as a rapid energy source.
What percentage of total daily calories is generally recommended to come from carbohydrates?
Answer: 45–65%
The AMDR for carbohydrates is 45–65% of total daily caloric intake, as established by the Dietary Reference Intakes.
Which mineral plays a critical role in oxygen transport in the blood?
Answer: Iron
Iron is a key component of hemoglobin in red blood cells, enabling oxygen transport throughout the body.
What is the thermic effect of food (TEF)?
Answer: Energy burned to digest, absorb, and metabolize nutrients
TEF is the energy expended during the digestion, absorption, and metabolism of food, accounting for about 10% of total daily energy expenditure.
What is the general daily protein recommendation for a moderately active adult?
Answer: 0.8–1.0 g/kg body weight
The RDA for moderately active adults is 0.8–1.0 g of protein per kilogram of body weight per day.
How many calories are provided per gram of carbohydrate?
Answer: 4 calories
Carbohydrates provide 4 calories per gram, the same as protein, making them equal in caloric density.