NUTR 1010 Lecture Notes - Lecture 31: Bicarbonate, Amenorrhoea, Water Balance
5 Apr 2017
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The amount of energy they provide is measured in kilocalories (kcal) 20-25% of kcal should come from fat for most athletes. Low body fat leads to lower sex hormone levels- female athlete. Triad(energy deficiency, low bone mass and menstrual disturbance) You should still pick healthy fats, even if you are a super athlete. To provide protein for enzymes, and other body proteins. But most athletes easily consume adequate amounts with a normal mixed diet. But most athletes have no problem getting this amount of protein from food alone. Some athletes who may not get enough protein. Those with low body weights aiming for a weight category. Less than 10% of canada"s professional and elite athletes take protein supplements. Studies have shown there are no increase in performance and muscle with protein powders. May be a tiny benefit for bodybuilders. 9 months of resistance training along with supplementation.
