Carbs
Why should you include carbs in your diet?
They provide the body with the energy it needs to perform quality work!
What is an example of a plant based protein?
Beans, lentils, tofu, tempaih, peas, soy supplements
Why is it important to have fats in your diet?
They act as a primary source of energy when demands are low. They also provide protection for internal organs and help with tissue flexibility.
How much of the body is made up of water?
70%!
Using your hard, what is one portion of fruits and vegetables?
Your Own Fist
Majority of carbs should be eaten within ______ of pre-workout and post-workout.
1-2 Hours
What is an example of a “Great” protein?
Literally anything that’s not a highly processed food and has a low fat content.
EX: Anything Grass Fed, Pasture Raised, Wild Caught, Plant Based.
What is an example of a “Good Fat’?
Avacados, Fish, almonds, etc.
How much water should you drink per pound of weight?
atleast ½ of your body weight
What is the 80/20 rule?
80% of the time, you’re doing what you need to do! 20% of the time you’re doing what you want!
What is an example of a "Great" carbohydrate?
Sprouted grains, fruits & veggies, whole wheat or whole grain anything, Lentils, Potatoes, Quinoa.
What role does protein have on your body?
Tissue growth and repair - Faster recovery from workouts - Keep you fuller longer!
Using your hand, What is considered one serving of fats?
The size of your thumb
What’s so important about drinking water?
It keeps our body functioning!! Our body is mostly water, so what happens to everything when our insides are as dry as a river?
What is an example of food that can cause inflammation?
refined carbs (white breads, etc.), processed foods, alcohol, Pop & sugared beverages, Red and processed meats, processed snack foods, Processed seed and veggie oils, Margarine/shortening/lard.
What do simple carbohydrates do for the body?
lead to energy spikes due to the fast absorption rate!
Using your hand, how can you measure a serving of protein?
Your own Palm size!
What is an example of a Trans Fat?
artificially created through hydrogenation and are commonly found in processed foods like margarine, fried foods, and baked goods.
Example: Margarine.
You can live without food for about one month but how long can you live without water?
about one week
How often should you eat throughout the day?
Every 3-4 hours
What is considered to be a complex carbohydrate?
Veggies, whole grains, and starchy foods
How much protein should you eat per day?
It varies from person to person, but aim for at least 1 gram per pound of bodyweight.
What is the difference between a saturated fat vs unsaturated fats?
Saturated: saturated fats are commonly found in animal products like meat and dairy, as well as certain oils like coconut and palm oil.
Unsaturated: Liquid at room temperature, these fats are abundant in plant-based oils like soybean, corn, and sunflower oil.
About how much water does breathing in and out use in a day?
1 Pint!
What is an example of foods that can help with inflammation?
Deeply colored fruits, leafy greens, fatty fish, spices (tumeric, cinnamon, garlic, ginger, etc.), Olive oil/Avocado Oil, Tea, Dark chocolates, Nuts.