NUTR 1010 Lecture Notes - Lecture 6: Amenorrhoea, Heat Exhaustion, Hyponatremia
11 Apr 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"re 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 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. 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. Skim milk powder has about half the amount of protein per scoop as a protein supplement bug. Supplements not needed if an athlete consumes adequate energy from a variety of foods. A supplement may be needed if an athlete:
