Sports Nutrition for Health Professionals

Develop the knowledge base you need to integrate the science of nutrition and the latest evidence into your scope of practice. Explore the relevance of sports nutrition to each of the major allied health professions and understand the role it plays in each. Step-by-by, you’ll learn about the scientific basis of sports nutrition and how to apply the physiology to real-life situations and interactions with clients. You’ll follow four different clients as they are evaluated by a variety of health professionals and undergo a series of assessments and self-administered tests. From the relationship between nutrition and exercise to new foods, supplements, and special diets, you’ll be prepared to educate clients about the relationship between nutrition and exercise and to evaluate and optimize their nutritional status. Explore MORE online at DavisPlus! The Plus Code, inside new, printed texts, unlocks a wealth of instructor and student resources online at DavisPlus, including your Davis Digital Version, your complete text online. You’ll also have access to physiology animations, online questions, interactive case studies, and audio podcasts.

Unit 1. From Food to Fuel 1. Carbohydrates 2. Protein 3. Fat 4. Vitamins, Minerals, Electrolytes, and Water 5. Dietary Guidelines, General Nutrition Recommendations, and Federal Nutrition Policy Unit 2. Optimizing Sports Performance 6. Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology and Nutrition 7. Nutrition Strategies for Optimal Athletic Performance 8. Exercise, Thermoregulation, and Fluid Balance 9. Nutritional Strategies for Competitive Endurance, Strength, and Power Athletes 10. Nutritional Supplements and Ergogenic Aids Unit 3. Evaluation of Nutritional Status 11. Nutrition and Body Composition Coaching and Assessment Unit 4. Sports Nutrition for Special Populations 13. Weight Management and Energy Balance 14. Nutrition Across the Life Cycle 15. Nutrition for Athletes with Illness or Injury 16. Eating and Exercise Disorders 17. Nutrition for Athletes with Special Dietary Needs Glossary Index Click here to view the full Table of Contents.