Carbohydrate
The body's primary source of energy
What is glucose?
The main role of protein
What is to repair tissue and build new muscle?
The 3 main types of fat
What are unsaturated, saturated and trans fat?
The main source of Vitamin D
What is the sun?
The general amount of water we need per day
What is 1/2 your body weight in ounces?
The type of sugar the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend limiting to no more than 10% of your calorie intake each day (200 calories for a 2000kcal diet).
What are added sugars?
A high protein plant-based protein source
What is quinoa, tofu, edamame, tempeh or beans?
Foods where trans fats are found
What are baked goods, packaged goods, fried foods?
General rule of thumb for how many vegetables to consume at each main meal
What is 1/2 your plate?
The symbols that confirm a supplement product has been tested for purity and label accuracy.
What are third-party certification logos?
Dextrose, fructose, lactose, sucrose, cane juice, corn syrup, high fructose corn syrup, glucose syrup solids, turbinado, syrup, fruit juice, molasses, agave nectar, evaporated cane juice, honey
What are various names for sugar?
The high protein yogurt option
What is greek yogurt?
True or False: if I eat foods high in cholesterol my cholesterol will go up
What is, false?
A common nutrient deficiency in vegetarians, vegans, and some female runners
What is iron deficiency?
The DOD website for supplement information, news and education
What is OPSS?
The nutrient that helps stabilize blood glucose responses to a meal
What is fiber?
The ratio of protein:carbohydrate ideal for post-training nutrition
What is 2:1 ratio of CHO:PRO?
A great source of unsaturated fats
What are nuts, seeds, olive oil, avocado and olives?
High fiber, low sugar fruit that comes in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes
What are berries?
Examples of a probiotic food
What is yogurt, kombucha, kimchi, sauerkraut and/or kefir?
How much fiber does the Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend to be consumed daily
What is 25-40g/day or 14g of fiber per 1,000kcal per day?
Type of protein supplement that digests quickly
What is whey protein?
A good source of omega-3 unsaturated fats
What are salmon, chia seeds, flax seeds, mackerel, walnuts?
Vitamin A, C, E, selenium, glutathione, flavonoids, polyphenols
What are antioxidants and phytonutrients?
Ginger, Turmeric/Curcumin, Garlic, Cinnamon
What are potent anti-inflammatory spices?