{"product_id":"essentials-of-sports-nutrition-isbn-9780471497646","title":"Essentials of Sports Nutrition","description":"Today's top athletes understand that meeting one's nutritional needs is critical when competing. Those who perform heavy physical activity must receive an increased level of nutrients, fluid and energy. This book offers a concise introduction to the links between nutrition and physical performance. Preface.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Preface to the First Edition.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Introduction.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part I Nutritional Aspects of Macronutrients in Sport.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Carbohydrate.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Fat.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Protein.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part II Aspects of Dehydration and Rehydration in Sport.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Fluids and electrolytes.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part III Nutritional Aspects of Micronutrients in Sport.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Minerals.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Trace elements.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Vitamins.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Antioxidants and exercise induced free radicals.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Part IV Nutritional Ergogenics and Metabolism.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Nutritional ergogenics.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Eating disorders in athletes.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e From theory to practice.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A brief outline of metabolism.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e References.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Index. \"...to compare this book to a car, it would be a Ford Mondeo asit is reliable, comfortable, midpriced and easy-to-use...\"(Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, April 2003)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \"...This publication contains a lot of valuable information inthe field of sports nutrition.\" ( Scandinavian Journal ofNutrition, Vol. 47, No.1, 2003) FRED BROUNS is an internationally recognised authority in the field of sports nutrition and supplementation. Over the years he has been consultant to The International Olympic Committee, to numerous National Olympic Committees and Sports Federations, the Dutch Soccer Team, Professional cycling teams, the Dutch Olympic team and many others.  \u003ci\u003eEssentials of Sports Nutrition, Second Edition\u003c\/i\u003e, is a thoroughly updated and comprehensive new edition of the very successful Nutritional Needs of Athletes. This textbook provides a concise introduction to the relationship between nutrition and physical performance. The nutritional aspects of macro and micronutrients and fluids are discussed, followed by other issues such as storage, metabolism, effects of exercise, dietary requirements, supplementation and guidelines for sports practice.  \u003cp\u003eFeatures include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eComprehensive coverage.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear and concise format.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChapter summaries for quick reference.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNew coverage of:\u003cbr\u003e selected sports nutraceuticals\u003cbr\u003e how to improve fatty acid metabolism\u003cbr\u003e antioxidants and exercise-induced free radicals eating disorders in athletes\u003cbr\u003e applying theory to practice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOver 400 references.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e Each chapter is easy to read and well organised, ensuring that this is an invaluable textbook for all students of sport and exercise science, sports medicine and human nutrition. In addition, it will provide an excellent reference for dieticians, athletes, sports coaches and teachers of physical education.  \u003cp\u003e\"Fred Brouns is an internationally recognised scholar in sports nutrition. Excellent additions for the second edition\" Melvin Williams, Professor Emeritus of Exercise Science, Physical Education and Recreation, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, Virginia, USA\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"A comprehensive coverage in a clear and concise manner. The proposed updates are highly relevant and appropriate\" Clyde Williams, Professor of Sports Science, Department of Physical Education, Sports Science and Recreation Management, Loughborough University, UK\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47989163131109,"sku":"NP9780471497646","price":240.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780471497646.jpg?v=1761783049","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/es\/products\/essentials-of-sports-nutrition-isbn-9780471497646","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}