1. Identifying Your Dietary Needs

2. I. Reasons people eat Psychological a) Appetite - desire for food b) Loneliness/Boredom Physical - Hunger

3. II. Metabolism The means by which the body releases the energy in food and uses it to build and repair body tissue.

4. III. Basal Metabolism The amount of energy needed by the body when it is at rest to carry out basic life functions. Basal Metabolism is calculated in the following manner: Boys: Bodyweight / 2.2 x 24 x 1 = cal/day Girls: Bodyweight / 2.2 x 24 x 0.9 = cal/day * 1 and 0.9 are the calories burned per hour

5. IV. Caloric values Protein = 4 calories per gram Carbohydrate = 4 calories per gram Fat = 9 calories per gram

6. V. Weight Management Eat well-balanced, low fat meals. Eat no less than 1200 calories a day when trying to lose weight. Exercise daily. caloriesexercise Maintain weight calories exercise Lose Weight

7. VI. Obesity Boys: Being over 25% body fat. Girls : Being over 30% body fat. Obesity that is caused by overeating is considered to be an eating disorder.

8. VII. Anorexia Nervosa Severe weight loss distorted body image dry skin, brittle hair play with food excessive exercise loss of menstrual period

9. VIII. Bulimia Eat large amounts of food, then purge themselves by vomiting or using laxatives. Distorted body image. intense fear of being fat.

10. IX. Sports Nutrition Pregame meals should include: 1) nutrient-dense foods 2)water Stay away from candy and sodas. Drink plenty of water during practice and games.