Sports Nutrition

Inbunden, Engelska, 1999

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Discover the healing and restorative powers of nutrition and exerciseEssential nutrients do more than sustain life; they support the body's ability to withstand deteriorating illness, ailments, and accidents. Medical and athletic professionals understand the relationship between nutrition, exercise, and physical well-being. Now, Judy A. Driskell, Ph.D., R.D., one of the pioneers in the rapidly growing field of sports nutrition, examines and assesses the chemistry, biology and physics of good health.Sports Nutrition is a vital reference for medical professionals, and a unique and valuable resource for coaches, teachers, trainers and athletes.

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Utgivningsdatum:1999-09-17
Mått:178 x 254 x undefined mm
Vikt:712 g
Format:Inbunden
Språk:Engelska
Serie:Nutrition in Exercise & Sport
Antal sidor:296
Förlag:Taylor & Francis Inc
ISBN:9780849381973

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"…provides an excellent overview…information presented is complete and contains current research…for health professionals…may be useful as a review or a quick reference when dealing with exercise and nutrient needs."- Rachael Cunnick, MS.RD, nutrition consultant for Student Health Services and doctoral candidate in nutrition/exercise sciences at Colorado State University, Fort Collins, Colorado"Health professionals and students may find this text a useful reference for basic nutrition information and dietary guidelines. Chapters are short, well organized, and easy to read."- Kathe A. Gabel, Ph.D, R.D., L.D., Journal of Nutrition Education, Vol. 32, No. 4"The book fills a definite need."- Robert W. Teel, PhD, Loma Linda University"Weighted Numerical Score: 88- ***"- Robert W. Teel, PhD, Loma Linda University

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Introduction The Nutrients Digestion and Absorption of Nutrients The Most Important Nutrient: WaterMacronutrients: The Energy Nutrients Carbohydrate Metabolism and Exercise Lipid Metabolism and Exercise Protein Metabolism and ExerciseMicronutrients: The Catalysts Vitamin Metabolism and Exercise Mineral Metabolism and Exercise Ergogenic Aids and ExerciseEnergy Requirements Assessment of Energy Intake Assessment of Energy Expenditure Weight ControlBody Composition Assessment of Body Composition Overweight and Obesity Underweight and Eating Disorders Conditioning Nutritional Status of AthletesDietary and Exercise Recommendations for the Healthy Athlete Nutrition and Exercise Guidelines Recommendations for Individuals in the Various Stages of Their LifespansExercise as Therapy for Degenerative DiseasesSummary: Interrelationships between Nutrition and Exercise