PROJECT

INTRODUCTION

• common injuries to muscles: strains, pulled muscle, soreness, or cramps
• many athletes wish they could return to sports faster

What foods help muscles heal faster?

HYPOTHESIS

• Protein to rebuild muscle
• Fiber and vegetables to store the body with nutrients

OMEGA-3 FATTY ACIDS

• Reduce inflammation
• Examples: salmon and walnuts

DARK-COLORED FRUIT, COFFEE, AND GINGER

• helps build back more muscle
• examples of dark fruit: raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, and plums
• ginger is known as an anti-inflammatory

PROTEIN

• An injury to a muscle puts the body in high demand for protein
• Helps rebuild and strengthen muscles
• Examples: chicken, turkey, eggs, and Greek yogurt

FLUIDS

• water and electrolytes maintain balance in our muscles
• drink frequently throughout the day to replenish our body
• Examples: watermelon, water, Gatorade, other melons

CONCLUSION

• Hypothesis is both correct and incorrect