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Sport nutrition : an introduction to energy production and performance /

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Jeukendrup, Asker E., 1969-
Other Authors: Gleeson, Michael, 1956-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, [2004]
Subjects:
Nutritional Physiological Phenomena.
Sports Medicine.
Table of Contents:
  • General principles of nutrition
  • Fuel sources for muscle and exercise metabolism
  • Energy
  • Gastric emptying, digestion, and absorption
  • Carbohydrate
  • Fat
  • Protein and amino acids
  • Water requirements and fluid balance
  • The micronutrients : vitamins and minerals
  • Nutrition supplements
  • Weight management
  • Eating disorders in athletes
  • Nutrition and immune function in athletes