NUTR 1010 Lecture Notes - Lecture 37: Micronutrient, Hemoglobin, Bicarbonate
31 May 2016
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20-25% of kcal should come from fat for most athletes. You should still pick healthy fats, even if you are a super athlete! Low body fat leads to lower sex hormone levels female athlete triad. But most athletes easily consume adequate amounts with a normal mixed diet. Athletes need a bit more protein than non-athletes. But most athletes have no problem getting this amount of protein from foods. Some athletes who may not get enough protein. Those with low body weights aiming for a weight category: boxers, wrestlers, etc. Less than 10 % of canada"s professional and elite athletes take protein supplements. Studies have shown there are no increases in performance and muscle growth with protein powders: may be a tiny benefit for body builders, but if you want bigger muscles you have to do the work. Skim milk powder has about half the amount of protein per scoop as a protein supplement but.
