CFP Nutrition & Health 2

Question 1

Which vitamin is synthesized in the skin upon exposure to sunlight and plays a critical role in calcium absorption?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D

Answer

Vitamin D is produced in the skin through UV-B radiation and is essential for intestinal calcium absorption and bone health.

Question 2

A client engaged in heavy resistance training consumes 3,000 kcal/day. Approximately how many grams of protein per day would meet the upper end of the recommended range for strength athletes?

Accepted Answer

210 g

Answer

Strength athletes are generally advised to consume 1.6–2.2 g of protein per kg body weight; for a 95 kg athlete 2.2 g/kg equals roughly 209 g.

Question 3

What is the primary role of dietary fiber in the gastrointestinal tract?

Accepted Answer

Promoting gut motility and feeding beneficial bacteria

Answer

Dietary fiber adds bulk to stool to speed transit, and soluble fiber acts as a prebiotic substrate for colonic microbiota.

Question 4

Which monosaccharide is the primary fuel source for the brain under normal dietary conditions?

Accepted Answer

Glucose

Answer

The brain preferentially oxidizes glucose and accounts for approximately 20% of the body's resting glucose consumption.

Question 5

An athlete notices dark yellow urine after a long training session. This most likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

Dehydration

Answer

Dark yellow urine signals concentrated urine due to inadequate fluid intake relative to sweat losses.

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CFP Nutrition & Health 2