FOOD FACTS
This root vegetable can be prepared many ways, is often served as a side dish, and is loaded with Vitamin C.
What is a potato?
What fatty acid commonly found in fatty fish can help lower your risk of cardiovascular disease and decrease inflammation?
Omega 3's
This fruit needs a tropical climate to grow and is an excellent source of potassium.
What is a banana?
Restoring these two electrolytes that are lost through sweat is an important aspect of recovery.
Rank the following fast foods for their sodium, from most to least:
(A) Mcdonalds Large French Fries
(B) Dunkin Donuts' Corn Muffin
(C) Burger King Veggie Burger
(D) Large Burger King Chocolate Shake
C- 900 mg
B- 770 mg
D- 530 mg
A- 290 mg
Vitamin A, specifically beta-carotene, is important for good eye sight, fighting infection, and healthy skin and hair. This color of fruits and vegetables typically have high levels of Vitamin A
What is orange?
This type of cooking oil is a healthy option as it contains "good fats". The fruit this oil is made from is also a healthy snack and most often found in black and green options.
There are many varieties of this white vegetable including shitake and portobello.
What is a mushroom?
Eating 15-25 grams of this nutrient helps aid in repair of damaged muscle tissue. It is important to choose high-quality options of this nutrient.
What is Protein?
You should aim for 21 to 35 grams per day of this nutrient often found in whole grains.
What is fiber.
This green fruit that grows on a tree is an excellent source of "good" fat and omega 3's.
What is a avocado?
This type fat is considered a "bad" fat and is often found in fried foods.
What is Saturated Fat?
This purple vegetable, often used to make a popular Italian dish, is important for healthy aging.
What is eggplant?
This specific fruit juice has been shown to reduce inflammation in the body and lower blood pressure. It is often diluted with water or apple juice so it isnt too "sour".
What is Tart Cherry Juice?
This vitamin found in eggs, chicken, milk, and fatty fish is very important for building strong bones.
What is Vitamin D?
This bite sized snack is made from drying out a particular fruit and is an excellent source of fiber.
What are raisins?
This "spread" made from chickpeas is a great alternative to ranch for dipping vegetables .
What is hummus?
This is another name for dried plums.
What is a prune?
The goal of recovery hydration is to drink enough fluid to avoid losing less than this percentage of your body weight.
What is 2%?
This type(s) of seed is a great source of omega 3's and can easily be mixed into smoothies and other meals.
What is chia or flax seed?
This nutrient is a key source of sustainable energy for the body.
What are carbohydrates?
This specific type of yogurt is an excellent substitute for sour cream as it gives a similar flavor with less fat.
What is Greek Yogurt?
This green vegetable, often eaten raw on salads, contains high amounts of Vitamin C.
What is broccoli?
This principle, often abbreviated SRA, helps us better understand the importance of recovery.
Aside from 2015 and 1985, these are 3 other years the Royals made the playoffs.
What is 1976, 77, 78, 80, 81 84, and 2014.