CSN Treatment Protocols 5

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Fish oil (omega-3) supplementation

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Adequate energy and carbohydrate during training, plus enough sleep

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Advise against it and recommend third-party tested alternatives

Answer

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

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