Food as Fuel: Nutrition for Athletes: Nutrition for Athletes

by Kristin Petrie

Book Overview

From breakfast to dinner and everything in between, this title will work up young athletes' appetites with a tasty look at using food as fuel. Bright, colorful photos will entice readers as they learn the value of eating from each of the major food groups for a balanced diet. Readers will also gain an understanding of how water, vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, protein, and fats work together to give their bodies energy and help them grow. Engaging...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 161783081X
• ISBN13: 9781617830815
• Release Date: January 2011
• Publisher: Abdo Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.9" x 8.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6