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A football player is exercising to become stronger. To do so, he needs to build muscle tissue. Which food group should the football player focus on eating?

A. Carbohydrate
B. Proteins
C. Fibers
D. Fats

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Answer: Carbohydrate

Explanation: because carbs fuel your muscles and brain during activity. All meals or snacks should include high carbohydrate foods such as breads, bagels, tortillas, rice, pasta, quinoa, barley, potatoes, corn, fruits, vegetables, juices, crackers and pretzels.

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Answer:

B protein

Step-by-step explanation:

Protein is important for muscle growth and to repair body tissues. Protein can also be used by the body for energy, but only after carbohydrate stores have been used up.

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