Nutrition and Client Habits Flashcards
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A client reports eating very little during the day but binging at night. Which behavioral strategy is MOST appropriate to address this pattern?
Answer: Encourage structured meal timing with regular daytime eating
Structured meal timing helps regulate hunger hormones and reduces the likelihood of nighttime overeating.
Which macronutrient has the highest thermic effect of food (TEF), meaning the body burns more calories digesting it?
Answer: Protein
Protein has a TEF of 20–35%, significantly higher than carbohydrates (5–10%) or fats (0–3%).
A client wants to lose fat but regularly skips breakfast. What does current evidence suggest about meal frequency and weight management?
Answer: Total daily caloric balance is more important than meal frequency alone
Research consistently shows that total energy balance over the day has a greater impact on weight management than meal timing or frequency.
Which vitamin is synthesized by the skin upon exposure to sunlight and is commonly deficient in indoor workers?
Answer: Vitamin D
Vitamin D is produced in the skin through UVB radiation exposure and is often deficient in people with limited sun exposure.
When a client asks about using sports drinks during a 30-minute moderate-intensity workout, the NCCPT-aligned recommendation is:
Answer: Water is generally sufficient for workouts under 60 minutes
For workouts under 60 minutes at moderate intensity, water is adequate hydration without the added sugars in sports drinks.
A client frequently dines out and struggles to control portions. Which practical habit change is MOST effective?
Answer: Request a to-go box at the start of the meal and box half immediately
Pre-portioning restaurant meals immediately reduces visual cues for overeating and helps the client control caloric intake.
Which of the following best describes the role of dietary fiber in weight management?
Answer: Fiber promotes satiety by slowing gastric emptying
Dietary fiber slows gastric emptying and promotes feelings of fullness, which can reduce overall caloric intake.