Foods for Sleep
Sugar!
In which kitchen zone would one store uncooked grains.
the pantry
Fermented foods are full of this gut health promoting bacteria
probiotics
This widely recognized vitamin supports both the innate and adaptive immune response, and supports the body to curb the stress response. AKA: will help a person recover from a cold more quickly
What is vitamin C
The types of nutrients that provide energy/calories are know as_______
The macronutrients
This amino acid is a precursor to serotonin and can be found in turkey, cheese, salmon, eggs, and tofu
What is Tryptophan
This food last 3-5 weeks in the fridge
eggs
live bacteria that have health benefits are known as________
Probiotics
Consuming enough_______ supports your immune system by aiding the body in eliminating toxins that contribute to illness.
Water
These types of carbs are easy for the body to process, yielding a fast release of energy
Simple Carbohydrates
This nutrient aids in relaxation. Food sources include:banana, chia, avocado, and dark chocolate
what is Magnesium
Raw chicken and beef can be kept in the fridge from this number of days before going bad.
1-2 day
This calcium rich food is filled with probiotics
yogurt
This term describes the body's ability to bounce back to health more quickly after exposure to a virus, detrimental bacteria, or toxin(s).
what is resilience
This food group provides a slow and steady release of sugar to cells due to longer/more complex chains of sugar and dietary fiber
Complex carbohydrates
This stone fruit is a great source of melatonin
what is cherry
Meal leftovers should be eaten with in this number of days
3-4 days
These compounds are found in fibrous foods and serve as food for probiotics
what are prebiotics
These types of foods support a healthy gut and in turn promote a healthy immune system
Probiotics
Probiotics
This nutrient is composed of Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, and units of nitrogen atoms called amino acids
What is protein
This vitamin helps the body produce melatonin. Sources include: pork, quinoa, avocado, bananas
what is vitamin B-6
This type of food is stored on the top shelf of the refrigerator
what is "ready to eat" food
This neurotransmitter is produced primarily in the gut
what is serotonin
Lifestyle practicing to support a healthy immune system include: hydrating, sleeping well, eating well, deep breathing, and __________
Physical activity
These types of amino acids are known for their ability to stimulate protein synthesis in muscles and to possibly reduce muscle breakdown
Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs)