Question

energy drinks & food bars: power or hype??!!

1. after you cut through the hype and look past the flashy packaging on energy products, chances are what you are mostly getting is a stiff dose of

____________________ and ____________________.

1. can an energy drink or a food bar make you a better athlete?
2. when is an energy bar a good idea?
3. just because a product contains vitamins and minerals means it is good for you. true or false (circle one)
4. list five of the \downsides\ of food bars or energy drinks:

a.
b.
c.
d.
e.

1. the truth is, the best energy boost comes from ______________________.

Explanation:

1. Energy products often contain caffeine and sugar.
2. They may provide a short - term boost but don't necessarily make one a better athlete long - term.
3. An energy bar is a good idea during physical activity when a quick energy source is needed.
4. False, just having vitamins and minerals doesn't mean a product is overall good for health as it may have other harmful components.
5. a. High sugar content. b. May cause jitters. c. Can lead to dehydration. d. High in calories. e. May disrupt sleep if consumed late.
6. A balanced diet, proper sleep, and regular exercise.

Answer:

1. Caffeine, Sugar
2. They may provide a short - term boost but not necessarily improve athleticism long - term.
3. During physical activity when quick energy is needed.
4. False
5. a. High sugar content

b. May cause jitters
c. Can lead to dehydration
d. High in calories
e. May disrupt sleep if consumed late

1. A balanced diet, proper sleep, and regular exercise