FCS3-621: Carbohydrates and Athletic Performance

Kyle Flack, Harry Hays, Jack Moreland | February 5, 2019 (New)

Carbohydrates are one of the most important nutrients an athlete can consume. Carbohydrates provide the energy needed to help an athlete reach their peak athletic potential during a vigorous training session or when competing.

FCS3-622: Dietary Fat and Athletic Performance

Kyle Flack, Harry Hays, Jack Moreland | February 5, 2019 (New)

When someone hears the word fat they usually think of body fat. However, the fats we eat can serve an important role in our health and physical fitness. Fats that we eat (also called lipids) are more than just fried food and butter. Other sources can provide benefits that are especially important in athletic performance.

FCS3-624: Protein and Athletic Performance

Kyle Flack, Harry Hays, Jack Moreland | February 5, 2019 (New)

Whether you are a powerlifter, endurance athlete or somewhere in-between, all athletes need to be sure they are eating enough protein. When engaged in intense physical activity, the body needs protein to repair and grow damaged muscles and build more muscle tissue.

FCS3-625: Supplements and Athletic Performance

Kyle Flack, Harry Hays, Jack Moreland | January 31, 2019 (New)

Most supplements advertised to enhance athletic performance do not work and their claims exceed reality. The few products that do work typically only do so when an athlete is lacking nutrients from their diet and taken carefully. Also, some supplements are banned by the NCAA and can be very dangerous if not used properly. Some of the more popular and safe supplements are discussed below, with tips to help you decide if taking them is right for you.

FCS3-620: Talking Turkey: Dinner is Served

Heather Norman-Burgdolf, Annhall Norris | December 20, 2018 (New)

There are several ways to cook your turkey. One way is not necessarily better than the other. It depends on your preference. Traditionally, turkeys are baked in the oven. They can be baked in a roasting pan or an oven safe plastic bag. They can be cooked in a roaster oven, deep fried, or even cooked in the microwave.

FCS3-619: Talking Turkey: Prep and Safety

Heather Norman-Burgdolf | December 19, 2018 (New)

For many, Thanksgiving dinner is the largest meal prepared all year. So much time and effort go into planning the meal. There are decorations, place settings, the side dishes, the guest list, and the turkey! It's easy to see how one could feel overwhelmed with preparing the turkey with so many other things to think about.

FCS3-611: Nutrition and Your Health

Heather Norman-Burgdolf | August 29, 2018 (New)

There is no doubt that our health and nutrition are important. But what exactly do these two words mean? And how are they related? In order to understand their relationship, we must be able to define what good health looks like and what it means to have good nutrition. Then, we can make healthy lifestyle choices each day that will help us prevent conditions and diseases related to poor nutrition.

FCS3-615: Healthy Choices for a Healthy Heart

Heather Norman-Burgdolf | August 29, 2018 (New)

Heart disease and cardiovascular disease are two terms that mean the same thing. These terms refer to all diseases of the heart and blood vessels. For example, heart disease includes heart attacks, strokes, atherosclerosis, heart failure, and other conditions of the heart and blood vessels. Many of these diseases have a similar underlying cause---a build-up of fat in blood vessels.

FCS3-616: Say Yes to Cancer Prevention

Heather Norman-Burgdolf | August 29, 2018 (New)

Cancer is when damaged cells grow and divide uncontrollably in the body. These cancer cells can then spread to other parts of the body. These cells are unhealthy and they take over normal cells, making it hard for our body to function normally. Cancer is a word used to refer to several different, but related diseases. Usually cancer is named by what organ it affects first. For example, if cancer is found first in the lungs, it is called lung cancer.

FCS3-613: Why Blood Sugar Matters

Heather Norman-Burgdolf | August 29, 2018 (New)

Diabetes is a disease. It is not like the flu or a cold---you can't catch it from just being around your friends or family. It usually occurs when people have too much sugar in their blood and they cannot control their blood sugar level. If blood sugar levels are too high, it can be harmful to all parts of our bodies and keep us from doing the things we enjoy in life.