1. Dehydration can be described as a ________ water loss within the body, resulting in a drop in performance. (1 point)
2%
5%
1%
3%
2. It is estimated that ________ glasses of water are lost from normal kidney filtration on an average day? (1 point)

3. The average person should drink ________ glasses of water each day, just to replace the water lost during normal daily activities (1 point)
3-4
6-7
10-12
8-9
4. Dehydration is known to: (1 point)
Not affect brain functions
Slow or stop efficient fat elimination and metabolism
Lead to cases of diarrhea
Cause skin to take on a soft, supple texture
5. When would it be appropriate to consider a sports drink instead of water to re-hydrate? (1 point)
When lifting heavy weights for 30 minutes
When running for less than 20 minutes
When doing crunches and sit-ups for 15 minutes
When walking for less than 45 minutes
6. Sports drinks generally contain: (1 point)
Water, carbohydrates, and electrolytes
Sodium, protein, and water
Protein, electrolytes, and water
Potassium, protein, and salts
7. Endurance athletes sometimes suffer from water intoxication, a condition known as _______________. (1 point)

8. _____________ speed up the process of elimination of water and waste through the kidneys. (1 point)

9. Which of the following can act as a diuretic? (1 point)
Water
Milk
Coffee
Chamomile tea
10. ________________ can act as a diuretic in the body, leading to dehydration and causing problems with the body’s temperature controls. (1 point)
Coffee
Tea
Salt
Alcohol

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