IAHC Nutrition and Lifestyle 2

Question 1

A client asks about the glycemic index (GI). As an IAHC coach, you would explain that foods with a high GI do what?

Accepted Answer

Cause rapid spikes in blood sugar

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Release glucose slowly into the bloodstream

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Contain more fiber than low-GI foods

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Suppress appetite more effectively

Question 2

Which physical activity guideline does IAHC align with for healthy US adults seeking general health maintenance?

Accepted Answer

150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week

Answer

30 minutes of vigorous activity daily

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60 minutes of light walking per week

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2 hours of strength training per week only

Question 3

When addressing hydration with clients, IAHC coaches note that a common early sign of mild dehydration is:

Accepted Answer

Dark yellow urine

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Muscle cramping

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Thirst

Answer

Headache

Question 4

An IAHC coach introduces 'mindful eating' to a client. The core practice involves:

Accepted Answer

Paying full attention to hunger, taste, and satiety cues during meals

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Eating only organic foods

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Counting bites per meal

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Avoiding all distractions by eating in silence permanently

Question 5

In the context of IAHC nutrition coaching, which fatty acid type is associated with reducing cardiovascular inflammation?

Accepted Answer

Omega-3 fatty acids

Answer

Trans fats

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Saturated fats

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Omega-6 fatty acids

Question 6

A client wants to quit smoking as part of a lifestyle overhaul. IAHC coaching ethics require the coach to:

Accepted Answer

Provide cessation coaching support and refer to licensed medical professionals for pharmacological help

Answer

Prescribe nicotine replacement therapy

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Guarantee a smoke-free outcome within 90 days

Answer

Diagnose nicotine dependence severity