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Chapter 12 in AFAA PFT Certification

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What are (5) major disease/conditions affected by nutrition/body composition?   Coronary Heart Disease, Cancer, Diabetes, Metabolic Syndrome, Osteoporosis  
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List the (7) major and minor nutrients for the body   Carbohydrates, Protein, Fat, Fiber, Vitamins, Minerals, Water  
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Describe the role and function of Carbohydrates.   The body's main source of energy as it produces glucose  
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Describe the role and function of Protein   Essential for building and repairing muscle, RBC, hair, and other tissues; Necessary for synthesizing hormones  
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Describe the role and function of Fat   Necessary for producing energy, transporting fat-soluble vitamins, protecting internal organs, providing insulation, maintaining healthy skin and hair  
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Describe the role and function of Fiber   Soluble: lowers blood cholesterol and slows the entry of glucose in blood; Insoluble: promotes more efficient elimination of bowels  
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Describe the role and function of Vitamins & Minerals   essential for optimal health by supporting proper body function, growth, and repair  
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Describe the role and function of Water   transports glucose to working muscles and eliminates all waste  
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List the current guidelines for carbohydrate, fiber, protein, fat, and cholesterol consumption   Carbs: 45-65% of diet (OR) 5 fruits/veggies; Fiber: 20-30g/day; Protein: 0.8g/1kg body weight; Fat: 20-35%of calories/day (<10% saturated); Cholesterol: <300mg indaily diet  
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List several strategies for reducing fat and cholesterol in your client's diet   Increase cardio; Cut back fat-laden foods; Eat mono-saturated fats; Substitute fish/chicken for red meat; eat more meatless meals; broil, bake or boil food; Select lean meat & eat smaller portions  
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What is the ACSM position stand on exercise and fluid replacement?   Drink 1-2C, 5-15mins before workout; Drink a min. of 3oz every 20mins; During long/intense/hot/humid exercise, drink 8-10oz every 20 mins  
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Describe the purpose behind the 2005 Food pyramid   To promote increased health and wellness & reduce the high incidence of obesity  
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What changes were made from the original 1992 Food Guide Pyramid?   Personalized eating plans, detailed explanations of key food groups, personalized physical activity recommendations, tips for eating out  
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Define: Glycemic Index:   A ranking that measure how much a carb will increase blood sugar above normal  
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Define: Carb Loading   Pre-event practice used by endurance athletes to maximally load their muscles with stored glycogen  
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Define: Anorexia Nervosa   Refusal to maintain body weight over a minimum amount for age and height  
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Define: Bulimia Nervosa   Binge eating followed by elimination (regurgitation or laxatives)  
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Define: Female Athlete Triad   Eating disorder, amenorrhea, & osteoporosis  
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How many daily calories are recommended for men and women to maintain a normal metabolic rate?   M: 1400, W: 1200  
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What are the (3) components of energy expenditure?   Activities of daily living, Bouts of exercise, Recovery from exercise.  
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List several weight loss strategies   Focus on life-long weight control strategies; Prepare client for lapse or setbacks, Be careful (Realistic) when setting an "Ideal" weight; Set short term goals; Teach portion control.  
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List several strategies for healthful weight gain   Consistently eat (3) meals/day; Consistently eat larger than normal portions; Eat an extra snack before bedtime; Select higher calorie foods; Drink lots of milk and juice rather than water; Perform resistance training to build muscle  
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