Balanced Diet

Question 1

What is carbohydrate loading?

Answer 1

It’s a dietary plan for endurance athletes, using starch-rich foods such as pasta. ​The starch increase the amount of glycogen in the muscles and allowing the slow release of energy when competing

Question 2

Give an example of a vitamin?

Answer 2

Vitamin A – found in milk, fish, egg and cheese. Used for healthy eyesight.​
Vitamin C – found in fruit. Used for healthy gums and teeth

Question 3

Give an example of a mineral?

Answer 3

Iron – Prevents tiredness and anaemia, found in cereal ​Calcium – Helps build strong bones and teeth, found in dairy