Treatment Protocols Flashcards

An athlete has exercise-induced bronchoconstriction. Which nutrition strategy has some evidence for reducing symptoms?

Answer: Fish oil (omega-3) supplementation

Omega-3 fatty acids have reduced airway inflammation in some EIB studies.

An endurance athlete gets frequent upper respiratory infections during heavy training. Which protocol best supports immune function?

Answer: Adequate energy and carbohydrate during training, plus enough sleep

Carbohydrate availability lowers stress hormone responses and supports immunity during heavy training.

An athlete starts creatine during a hamstring injury rehab. What is the evidence-based rationale?

Answer: It may help reduce muscle and strength loss during immobilization and support recovery

Creatine has been shown to help preserve lean mass and aid strength recovery during rehabilitation.

Following a tendon injury, which supplement protocol has emerging support for collagen synthesis?

Answer: Gelatin or collagen with vitamin C, about 30–60 minutes before loading exercise

Vitamin C-enriched gelatin before mechanical loading increased collagen synthesis markers in research.

A college athlete wants a supplement that is banned by the NCAA. What should the nutritionist do?

Answer: Advise against it and recommend third-party tested alternatives

Athletes face strict liability, so nutritionists should steer them away from banned substances and toward certified products.

An athlete with hypertension asks about diet. Which evidence-based eating pattern is most appropriate?

Answer: The DASH diet

DASH emphasizes fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy, and limited sodium, and it lowers blood pressure.

What is the most appropriate initial goal when treating low energy availability in a male cyclist?

Answer: Raise energy availability toward about 45 kcal/kg FFM/day and monitor hormonal and bone markers

Men can also develop RED-S, and restoring energy availability with monitoring is the core treatment.