Nutrition for Exercising
Bananas have this macronutrient, which gives energy to perform a workout.
What is a carb?
____ is the number of daily calories nutrition labels are based on.
What is 2,000 calories?
Choosing grilled, roasted, or baked instead of this common cooking method can significantly reduce added fats when eating out.
What is fried? (crispy or breaded)
This popular nutrition trend focuses on eating more protein throughout the day to support muscle growth and fat loss.
What is a high protein diet?
This nutrient group includes vitamins and minerals.
What are micronutrients?
For optimal energy and digestion, you should eat a larger meal containing protein, carbs, and fats this long before a workout.
What is 1-3 hours before?
____ is the number of servings of fruits and vegetables recommended per day?
What is 5?
This simple habit when dining out supports hydration and may help prevent overeating.
What is drinking a glass of water before or during your meal?
This nutrition trend encourages eating more plant-based meals.
What is a whole foods diet (or flexitarian)?
This is an additive sweetener that is made from corn starch.
What is High Fructose Corn Syrup?
Foods high in ____ and ____ should be avoided immediately before a workout to avoid digestive issues.
What is high fat and high fiber food?
This part of the hand is used to visualize a serving of healthy fats.
What is the thumb?
Popular at chains like Chipotle, Cava, and Sweetgreen, this menu option signals a healthier choice by emphasizing vegetables, lean protein, and whole foods.
What is "bowl" (or "grain bowl")?
This nutrition trend focuses on eating within a specific time window.
What is intermittent fasting?
This type of fat lowers your good cholesterol and increases your bad cholesterol.
What are trans fat?
This stored form of carbohydrate in your muscles fuels intense workouts like sprinting and heavy lifting.
What is glycogen?
A serving of meat or poultry is roughly the size of:
A) A deck of cards
B) A tennis ball
C) A smartphone
D) A ping-pong ball
What is A) desk of cards?
This popular restaurant beverage can contain as much added sugar as several cookies in one glass.
What is soda (or sweet tea)?
Growing research shows eating foods such as yogurt, kefir, and fermented foods is beneficial for this part of the body.
What is the gut?
This is an area where fresh food is not readily available.
What is a food desert?
For most adults engaging in regular exercise, the recommended daily protein intake to support muscle repair and recovery ranges from _____ gram per kilogram of body weight.
What is 0.7 – 1.0 grams per kilogram of bodyweight?
According to MyPlate, what fraction of your plate should be filled with grains?
What is 1/4?
This restaurant item, typically containing multiple vegetables and sometimes fruit, can contain more calories than a burger and fries, even though it sounds healthy.
What is a salad (with creamy dressing)?
Eating foods such as turmeric, berries, ginger, and leafy greens is said to lower this natural bodily response.
What is the inflammatory response?
This food group provides your body with calcium, vitamin D, and protein.
What is dairy?