Nutrition for Athletes Crossword Puzzle

QUESTIONS LIST:

• nutrient timing : application of knowing when to eat is just as important as what you eat. drinking chocolate milk after a workout
• three : it is recommended athletes eat every _ hours to prevent energy crashes and enhance performance
• omega three : healthy fat found fish, olive oil and avocados. can improve cardiovascular health & reduce inflammation
• carbohydrates : sugars & starches found in food. body uses source for energy. has 4 calories per gram
• complex : _ carbs found in vegetables, whole grains, beans and peas.
• protein : body use nutrient to build & repair muscle, skin & organs. nsca recommends .6-.9 per pound of body weight a day
• trans fat : unhealthy fat found in fried foods & pastries to prevent from spoiling.
• calories : you need to eat 500 more of these a day to gain 1 pound of muscle a week
• fiber : indigestible part of fruits and vegetables. plays a role in reducing obesity
• amino acids : the building blocks of protein.
• water : athletes should make it a goal to drink 64 ounces a day of this
• electrolytes : lack of these minerals may cause sports induced cramps. sodium and potassium are examples.
• breakfast : the most important meal of the day
• nutrition deficiency : when the body does not get enough nutrients such as vitamins or minerals.