Nutrition

4. A well-balanced diet improves a person’s overall ___.
6. ___ provide numerous essential nutrients that are frequently underconsumed.
9. A state of extreme physical or mental fatigue.
11. When an athlete loses their interest or passion for their sport due to long-term physical and emotional exhaustion.
12. When an athlete doesn’t consume enough ___ they are putting their mental and physical health at risk.
13. ___ rehydrate athletes quicker and can help them stay hydrated for longer.
15. A molecule made up of amino acids, all of which the human body cannot make on its own.
18. Your body needs to be well ___ in order to function at its best.
19. The process of fulfilling the body’s nutritional needs.
20. A meal that should never be skipped.
22. The body’s primary type of sugar and is a major source of energy for our cells.
23. The nutrients that protect bodily cells from damage.
24. Poor nutrition causes the body to lack ___.

1. Sugar molecules—one of the three main nutrients that our bodies need.
2. An athlete is more prone to ___ if they are underfueling their body.
3. ___ are a good source of dietary fiber.
5. Consuming a wide variety of foods in appropriate amounts is what makes a ___ diet.
7. The process of breaking down food into their simplest forms so that the body can use them for energy, growth, and repair.
8. Fruits and vegetables are examples of ___ foods.
10. ___ foods contain substances that are important for a person’s growth and development and overall health.
14. ___ are so important because they boost our immune systems.Natural Fats Found in avocados, vegetable oils, nut butters, fish, seeds, etc.
16. Not eating enough food or not eating the right types of food.
17. The act of sustaining life through healthy foods and drinks.
21. A healthy diet enhances your ___.