Sports & Nutrition Quiz

  • Teenagers should engage in 30 minutes of exercise each day.

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    Teenagers should engage in 30 minutes of exercise each day.
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    Teenagers should engage in 60 minutes of moderate exercise each day. It is important to remember that resting for a day or two is important for your both your mental and physical health.

  • Using performance enhancers in sports is okay.

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    Using performance enhancers in sports is okay.
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    Using performance enhancers is not only not allowed in sports but can also cause serious long-and short-term effects on the body and your overall health. 

  • Having a good and balanced diet can be more important than exercising.

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    Having a good and balanced diet can be more important than exercising.
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    Our diet is what fuels our body with energy and protects us from noncommunicable diseases, such as diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and more. But the goal should always be to have a balanced diet and get exercise daily to also keep my body strong long-term. 

  • Vegetarians and vegans do not consume protein.

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    Vegetarians and vegans do not consume protein.
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    Vegetarians and vegans may consume protein from eating beans, nuts, soy and low-fat dairy products.

  • It is normal to have any upcoming games or practices that make you stressed.

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    It is normal to have any upcoming games or practices that make you stressed.
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    You are not alone if you are feeling overly stressed from your sport or feel like there may be some mental health issues coming from it. Make sure to speak to a trusted adult, they should be able to guide you on being able to keep a balanced lifestyle between sports, school, social and personal life.