All of the Following Are Helpful Suggestions for an Athlete

question 228

Multiple Choice

All of the following are helpful suggestions for an athlete trying to gain weight EXCEPT __________.

• A) Increase portion sizes at meals.
• B) Eat more high-calorie foods (e.g., candy bars, soft drinks).
• C) Eat one extra meal per day.
• D) Snack on energy- and nutrient-dense foods (e.g., fig bars, nuts and dried fruit).

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Definitions:

Dense Bones

Bones with higher mineral content and density, making them stronger and less susceptible to fractures compared to less dense bones.

Healthy

A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

Vertebrae

The individual bones that stack to form the vertebral column or spine, providing structural support and protecting the spinal cord.

Bone Type

Refers to the various classifications of bones in the human body, including long, short, flat, and irregular bones.