Chemistry in football
by Abrahm Nunez
Chemistry and football are usually not two words we hear together but to be a strong player chemistry is an important key. What we eat is important to our health and for athletes it can be extremely important to build muscle and increase strength. Chemistry has showed us that foods that are high in protein are a better source to build our bodies.
Improving strength through protein
Why we need protein
Sources of protein
How is football related to chemistry?
Protein is actually made from chemical compounds of carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, nitrogen, and several other elements. The way they are bonded increases the amount of protein food has. Through science we have learned that certain foods are better sources of protein. foods like meats, dairy products, fish, beans, nuts and eggs are high in protein and good for building muscle.