Sports Nutrition: Fats and Proteins
The text essentially comprises sixteen independent essays, written by various experts in sport nutrition, each contribution provides 100 or more recent references. … the first half is allocated to the metabolism of a particular nutrient, and the second half considers the minimum requirements of the athlete and the possible impact upon physical performance of an increased intake of the substance under review. … underline the dual needs of the athlete-replacement of protein metabolized during prolonged endurance exercise, and the protein demands of muscle hypertrophy. … Those who are investigating issues of athletic nutrition may wish to review the book, particularly on account of the abundance of references. …
— Roy J. Shephard, in the Journal of Applied Physiology, Nutrition & Metabolism, 2007
Sports Nutrition: Fats and Proteins is a nuts and bolts reference guide to help athletes, coaches, and trainers make educated dietary choices to yield optimal performance. Written by experts from several disciplines, this volume addresses the quality, quantity, and type of fat and protein intake as it relates to exercise and sports. It presents comprehensive information on lipids and fatty acids, including omegas-3 and -6 and alpha-linoleic acid; protein and amino acid supplements such as creatine, glutamine, and whey, and soy proteins; and other beneficial compounds. It also provides the recommended dietary proportions of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, making it a valuable reference guide.
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University of Nebraska, Lincoln, USA
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