Sport nutrition an introduction to energy production and performance /
"The new edition of Sport Nutrition: An Introduction to Energy Production and Performance presents the principles, background, and rationale for current nutrition guidelines specifically for athletes. Using a physiological basis, this text provides an in-depth look at the science behind sport n...
| Main Author: | Jeukendrup, Asker E., 1969- |
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| Other Authors: | Gleeson, Michael, 1956- |
| Format: | Book |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
Champaign, IL :
Human Kinetics,
[2010]
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| Physical Description: |
xi, 475 pages : illustrations ; 28 cm. |
| Edition: | 2nd ed. |
| Subjects: |
Table of Contents:
- Nutrients
- Nutrients and recommended intakes
- Fuel sources for muscle and exercise metabolism
- Energy
- Gastric emptying, digestion, and absorption
- Carbohydrate
- Fat
- Protein and amino acids
- Water requirements and fluid balance
- Vitamins and minerals
- Nutrition supplements
- Nutrition and training adaptations
- Body composition
- Weight management
- Eating disorders in athletes
- Nutrition and immune function in athletes.