Western Michigan University Food for Thought Project

Learning Goal: I’m working on a english question and need guidance to help me learn.

Food for Thought Ch5: Protein Intake for Athletes

Your answers must be in word, excel, or as a pdf.

Use the abbreviated label and cost information from skim milk and a protein supplement below to complete Q1-3.

1. Calculate the cost per serving for each product.

2. Which of the two products is the better value based on cost per gram of protein?

3. Compare the nutrient information listed for each product. Which product has a better nutritional value? Explain your answer.

A 210-pound male basketball player has a goal of losing fat while simultaneously gaining muscle mass and strength. (Q 4&5)

4. How much protein should this athlete consume daily to meet these goals?

• List specific recommendations for this athlete regarding types of foods and/or supplements to consume to achieve the daily protein recommendation calculated in #1.
• What are two reasons why Kara is feeling fatigued, sore, and sick?
• What are two dietary recommendations would you give to Kara? Please be specific with your recommendation, especially regarding protein intake.

Kara is a 14-year-old, 125-pound high school basketball player. She has been feeling fatigued and sore lately, and has been sick three separate times in the last 3 to 4 months. Kara typically eats the following on a daily basis:

7:00 a.m.: 10–12 oz orange juice (at home before school)

11:30 a.m.: 2 cups macaroni and cheese and a small fruit cup (lunch in school cafeteria)

3:00 p.m.: granola bar (before basketball practice)

7:00 p.m.: 2–3 cups spaghetti with tomato sauce, 1 piece garlic bread, 10 oz skim milk (at home after practice)

10 p.m.: 2 cups ice cream (bedtime snack)