Balanced Diet and the Role of Nutrients

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Balanced Diet

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A balanced diet includes a variety of foods in the right proportions to provide the necessary nutrients for health.

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Understand the importance of macronutrients and micronutrients

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Macronutrients provide energy and are needed in large amounts, while micronutrients are essential for body functions and are needed in smaller amounts.

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Visual representation of macronutrient sources.

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Exercise/intensity level

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The higher the exercise intensity, the more energy needed.

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Calories needed for basic rest

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We need 1,500 calories a day just to sit still or lie down.

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Factors affecting energy requirements in sports

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Length of game, intensity of activity, and level of opposition.

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If energy in is the same as energy out, we maintain weight.

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If energy in is lower than energy out, we lose weight.

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Macronutrients - Protein

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Proteins are essential nutrients that promote growth and repair of muscles.

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Energy from Protein

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Proteins can be used to generate energy only when the body has exhausted its stores of carbohydrates and fats.

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Sources of Protein

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Common sources of protein include eggs, chicken, fish, and meat.