sport nutrition

What is the most dominant source of fuel used by athletes?

• Protein

• Minerals

• Vitamins

• Carbohydrates

Water is extremely important to your health because it

• makes us sweat

• is vital in all of the bodies major functions

• gives us energy

• is helps make our blood thicker so it can carry more oxygen

Are protein supplements necessary?

• yes, protein is hard to get enough of.

• no, they make you too agressive

• yes, they help you get an advantage

• no, protein is easy to get from food

When is it best to consume solid carbohydrates for a footballer?

• Before matches

• After matches

• During matches

• A footballer do not need the carbohydrates

A 5% fluid loss during sport can lead to a __% work capacity & power output decrease

• 10%

• 15%

• 30%

• 50%

Which is NOT a role of dietary fat?

• Make bones stronger

• Regulate hormones

• Provide energy

• Absorb vitamins

If you drink 500ml water before competition you are

• Dehydrated

• Hypohydrating

• Hyperhydrating

• Isotonically hydrating

Which sports drink supplies electrolytes / salts?

• Hypotonic

• Isotonic

• Sport Drink

• Hypertonic

What supplement could you take to reduce chances of anemia and decrease fatigue levels?

• Vitamin D

• Vitamin C

• Calcium

• Iron

Fibre is a non-energy providing form of carbohydrate that promotes ...?

• Speed

• Intestinal health

• Blood flow

• Improve muscle mass