Sports nutrition

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Water is necessary in our diet to prevent our body from?

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Dehydration

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Why are vitamins and minerals important in our diet?

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To help our body to stay healthy

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Nutrients that build and repair tissues and cells. eg: Milk, eggs, meat

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Proteins

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Which nutrient provides the most source of energy?

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Carbohydrates

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Why is nutrition important for athletes?

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All of the above: It provides a source of energy required to perform the activity, builds and repairs muscle tissue, and prevents injury and faster recovery.

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Factors that influence your energy needs: Age, Exercise, None of the above

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Age and Exercise

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Source of Carbohydrate

Options: Bread, banana, Rice; Oil, ghee, cheese; Chicken, Eggs, Cheese; Orange, carrots, beans

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Bread, banana, Rice

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What are the 6 types of nutrients your body needs?

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Carbohydrates, proteins, fats, minerals, vitamins, and fluids

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Reasons why your body needs food: To understand nutrition, To develop, To grow and repair tissues and have energy

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To understand nutrition and to grow and repair tissues and have energy

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Why is carbohydrate good for sports performance?

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Because it helps to produce energy quickly that can be used during performance