Sports and nutrition

What is the most dominant source of fuel used by athletes?

• Protein
• Vitamins
• Minerals
• Carbohydrates

Why is carbohydrate good for sports performance?

• Because it helps produce energy quickly that can be used during performance.
• Because it helps the body produce more water

Post event nutrition is

• What you eat before an event
• What you after an event
• What you eat during an event

After training or performance an athlete needs carbohydrate and protein.
Carbohydrate helps refuel the body.
Protein helps.....

• Rehydrate the body
• Repair damaged muscle tissue
• Realign the spine

OUT OF THESE 4, WHICH IS NOT A MACRONUTRIENT?

• FATS
• WATER
• CARBOHYDRATE
• PROTEIN

WHAT CONTROLS THE PASSAGE OF FOOD & NUTRIENTS AROUND THE BODY?

• CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM
• IMMUNE SYSTEM
• RESPIRATORY SYSTEM
• DIGESTVE SYSTEM

Biological catalysts which speeds up chemical reactions and break down of food. - WHAT BEST DESCRIBES THIS

• HORMONES
• IMPULSE
• DIGESTIVE JUICES
• ENZYME

Elements essential for good health. e.g. Calcium, Iron, Potassium 

• Protein
• Fat
• Minerals
• Carbohydrates

The process of converting the energy in food into energy the body can use.

• Metabolism
• Diet
• Digestion
• Calories

The body uses this to carry nutrients and waste. It also helps joints move smoothly.

• Fat
• Water
• Minerals
• Vitamin