What can you eat to help prevent injury on the field? Below are just a few tips on foods that will keep you strong and healthy!
Carbohydrate:
Carbs are necessary for energy.
Good sources of carbs are:
Bread Fruits & Vegetables
Pasta Crackers
Rice Popcorn
Protein:
Protein is necessary for both muscle function as well as repair.
Good lean sources of protein are:
Chicken Beans
Fish Eggs
Lean Beef Low-fat Dairy
Calcium:
Calcium is necessary for strong, healthy bones, as well as muscle contraction.
Good Sources of calcium are:
Low-fat milk Almonds
Yogurt Broccoli
Cheese Calcium fortified OJ
Iron:
Iron is necessary for transporting oxygen to cells throughout your body.
Good sources of Iron are:
Lean beef *Beans
Chicken *Whole Grains
Pork *Fortified Cereals
*Consuming Vitamin C with iron can help absorb non-animal sources of iron in the body
Antioxidants:
Strong Antioxidants, such as vitamins C and E are necessary for combating muscle damage caused by exercise in the body. They are also essential for a strong and healthy immune system.
Good antioxidant sources are:
Citrus Fruits
Canteloupe
Strawberries
Almonds
Broccoli
Avocados
