Sports Nutrition: Energy Metabolism and Exercise

Sports Nutrition: Energy Metabolism and Exercise offers a cutting-edge investigation of energy metabolism and exercise in relation to sports nutrition. Edited by Ira Wolinsky and Judy A. Driskell, who continue to build on their reputation as leading experts on sports nutrition, and written by a team of exceptionally qualified researchers, this comprehensive work- Presents new findings on essential energy-yielding nutrients, Includes current material covering estimation of energy requirements, Explains why the timing of protein intake may be as important as quantity, Presents evidence to support the idea that lean animal protein actually raises HDL (good cholesterol) and lowers blood pressure, Defines how much protein the exercising body actually needs, Compares the evidence of low fat and low carbohydrate diets for weight loss, Explores sex differences in metabolic fuel selection during exercise, Looks at the benefits of exercise along with hormone replacement therapy in the elderly. Book jacket.