Amazing Healthy Tips

Amazing Healthy Tips

• Carbohydrates are the first and most efficient fuel source for our bodies.
• Weight loss during heavy exercise is mainly sweat loss and needs to be replaced immediately.
• Thirst is not a good indicator of when to drink.
• A low-fat meal will empty from the stomach faster than a high-fat meal, so be sure to eat a low-fat meal before exercise.
• Athletes who are constantly dehydrated may not produce enough saliva to keep their teeth healthy.
• Alcohol can reduce sports performance.
• The amount of food you need to eat is dependent on your weight and the amount of exercise you do daily.
• Foods that contain iron should regularly be included in the diet.
• For endurance sports it is wise to consume a source of carbohydrate during your exercise, such as a sports drink or a banana.
• High calcium foods should be included in the diet for bone strength.
• Sweat is relatively low in salt, therefore a salt supplement is not recommended.
• The right diet can turn a good athlete into a great one!