Maybe its protein
This macronutrient is essential for building and repairing muscles.
What is protein?
This macronutrient is the body's main source of energy.
What are carbohydrates?
This macronutrient is NOT stored in the body, so we need to eat it regularly.
What is protein?
The glycemic index measures how quickly a carbohydrate-containing food raises this in the body
What is blood sugar (or blood glucose)
The smallest building blocks of protein are called these.
What are amino acids?
The three main types of carbohydrates are these.
What are sugars, starches, and fiber?
This type of carbohydrate provides long-lasting energy and is found in whole grains, beans, and vegetables.
What are complex carbohydrates?
This traditional food combo, commonly eaten worldwide, provides both protein and carbohydrates and is a staple in many cultures.
What are beans and rice?
This type of protein contains all nine essential amino acids.
What is a complete protein?
This type of carbohydrate is quickly digested and found in fruits, milk, and sweets.
What are simple carbohydrates?
This is the best time to eat protein to help with muscle repair and recovery
What is after a workout (or post-workout)
Unlike carbohydrates, proteins contain this element that is essential for building tissues.
What is nitrogen?
The recommended daily intake of protein for an average adult is about this many grams per kilogram of body weight.
What is 0.8 grams per kilogram?
Fiber is a type of carbohydrate that helps with this body function.
What is digestion (or gut health)?
Excess carbohydrates are stored in the body as this substance.
What is glycogen (or fat if overconsumed)?
This hormone helps regulate blood sugar levels by allowing cells to absorb glucose from carbohydrates.
What is insulin?
This process occurs in the body when proteins are broken down and reused to build new proteins.
What is protein synthesis?
Whole grains, fruits, and vegetables are excellent sources of this type of carbohydrate that helps regulate blood sugar and support gut health
What is fiber?
This term describes the process of breaking down food into nutrients the body can use.
What is digestion
This stored form of carbohydrates in the liver and muscles provides quick energy when blood sugar levels drop.
What is glycogen