Nutrition for Sport and Exercise: A Practical Guide

Preface, vi

Acknowledgments, vii

Foreword, viii

Professor Timothy D Noakes

1 Introduction, 1

2 The Athlete’s Energy Needs, 13

3 Laying the Foundation of a Good Diet, 32

4 Carbohydrates, 58

5 Protein, 90

6 Fats, 115

7 Vitamins and Minerals, 144

8 Fluid Balance, 176

9 Performance-Enhancing (Ergogenic) Aids, 201

Appendix: Reference Values for Estimated Energy Expenditure, 216

Glossary, 218

Student Exercises, 223

Answers to Student Exercises, 233

References, 239

Internet Resources, 264

Index, 265

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