Food Groups
Salad belongs to this food group
What is Vegetables and Fruit?
This is vital for calcium absorption and bone health
What is Vitamin D?
Following the Myplate guidelines these two food groups should make up half of your plate
What are fruits and vegetables?
This group provides the primary source of carbohydrates and is divided into refined and whole options
What are grains?
This mineral is crucial for oxygen transport in the blood
What is Iron?
This term refers to the rate at which your body burns calories
What is metabolism?
This acronym stands for Frequency, Intensity, Times, and Type and is used to structure exercise prescriptions
What is F.I.T.T formula?
This mineral, found in milk and dairy products, is essential for strong bones
Rice is a staple from this food group
What is Grain Products?
A deficiency in this vitamin can cause scurvy
What is Vitamin C?
Taking in enough fluids is important for the body to function properly, especially during exercise
What is Hydration?
Lifting weights or running a 100-meter dash are examples of this type of high-intensity, short duration exercise
What is anaerobic exercise?
This nutrient helps grow and repair muscles and can be found in meat, legumes, and milk
What is protein?
Choose dark green and orange-colored options from this food group for maximum nutrient intake
What is Vegetables and Fruit?
This vitamin is a nutrient vegan athletes may be at risk for under-consuming and is found in fortified products
What is Cobalamin (Vitamin B12)
This activity helps improve flexibility and reduce the likelihood of injury
What is stretching?
Low-fat yogurt, cheese, and milk are found in this major food group
What are Dairy Products?
This mineral helps regulate blood sugar and is found in leafy green vegetables and nuts
What is Magnesium?