176 Pages
by
CRC Press
176 Pages
by
CRC Press
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Whether you exercise for fun, or in competitive situations, you should understand the important role nutrition plays in fitness. This useful new text focuses on nutrition as it specifically relates to female athletes. It addresses topics of major importance to women in sports, coaches, trainers, sports nutritionists, and physicians. Each chapter is a "mini-course" on a particular aspect of... Read more
Nutrition Knowledge and Practices of Female Athletes
The Energy Yielding Nutrients: Carbohydrates, Protein, and Fat
The Vitamins
The Minerals
Water and Electrolytes
Body Weight and Body Composition
Eating Disorders in Athletes
The Energy Yielding Nutrients: Carbohydrates, Protein, and Fat
The Vitamins
The Minerals
Water and Electrolytes
Body Weight and Body Composition
Eating Disorders in Athletes
Biography
Jamie S. Ruud
"Nutrition information and practices related to female athletes are presented in a concise, easy-to-read style, with emphasis placed on the basics of nutrition and calcium, iron, and zinc needs. The prevalence of anorexia and bulimia, along with their warning signs and effects on health and performance, are discussed. The book successfully compiles theory, science, and application, making it a required reference for professionals."
-SCAN'S Pulse Supplement
"If you are interested in sports nutrition or the nutritional needs of active women, this book will be a great addition to your library."
Journal of the American Dietetic Association
"The price is affordable for most practitioners, the book is well written and flows well, and the book provides theory, science and application. Readers will find Nutrition and the Female Athlete a handy reference when a quick question arises concerning most nutrient needs of the female athlete."
"-Jill Ellis, Ph.D. RD, in Scan's PULSE
