Healthy Foods
What does an ideal meal contain?
Fruits, Vegetables, Whole Grains, Carbs, and Protein
Protein Effects
Build tissue in your body
If an athlete does not consume enough calories each day, they...
Won't be as strong and fast as they could be.
True or False: Are bananas technically berries?
What are 2 foods in which calcium found?
Dairy foods like yogurt, low-fat milk, and cheese
Dairy/Calcium Effects
Increases bone mass and helps gain muscle
What are 2 healthy food options from the slideshow?
Apples, nuts, seeds, salmon, kale, yogurt, mill, spinach, grains, any of these work
Which one has more vitamin C? - Broccoli or oranges?
Broccoli
How many servings of fruit/vegetables should you have each day.
Around 5 five servings (2.5 cups)
Grain Effects
Supports gut health and gives you energy
How long before a game should an athlete eat? Why?
An athlete should eat 2-3 hours before a game so that their body can digest.
Fiber is a prebiotic that can significantly help with
Digestion
What are 2 foods in which can iron be found?
Lean meats, fish, poultry, and leafy vegetables
Iron Effects
Carry oxygen to muscles, strengthens them
What does grains, vegetables, protein, and dairy do for your body?
Build tissues and supply energy
What happens if you skip breakfast?
Skipping breakfast is linked to lack of focus and energy throughout the day
What does healthy "truly" mean? (Definition from the slideshow)
Healthy truly means achieving a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, rather than just the absence of disease or illness.
What contains all necessary vitamins
Fruits and Vegetables
An athlete's game day plate should include...
(All 3 correct answers required)
A healthy athlete’s plate consists of 50% fruits and veggies, ¼ whole grains, and ¼ protein.
There are six essential nutrients, how do they get to the body?
Broken down from food and transported to cells.