Nutrition and Athletic Performance: Functions and Sources (Sports Nutrition)

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Nutrition and Athletic Performance

Alternate Names : Sports Nutrition

Nutrition and Athletic Performance | Functions and Sources

What food source is the nutrient found in?

A healthy diet follows the basic Food Guide Pyramid. Athletes may need to increase their amounts of certain nutrients for peak performance, as outlined below.

How does the nutrient affect the body?

Read more about this in the section below.

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Nutrition and Athletic Performance: Overview & Description

Author: Clare Armstrong, MS, RD
Reviewer: Kathleen A. MacNaughton, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 09/24/02

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