Sports Nutrition

The aim of sports nutrition is to ensure that the athlete is fed in an adequate and balanced manner according to age, gender, physical activity, eating habits and energy expenditure. Professional athletes should follow a good nutrition program in every period. The amount, content and timing of the food eaten before a match or training is important. It is important for their sports performance, muscle, bone and dental health. Since there are different energy, macro and micronutrient and fluid requirements according to sports branches, it is very important that nutrition is specific to the individual. While the right choice of food in athlete nutrition increases performance, the wrong choice of food can negatively affect performance.

Proper nutrition is the first line of defense for athletes. Supplements may be preferred in sports nutrition. But these can be dangerous. While some nutritional supplements have benefits, cross-contamination, poor manufacturing practices and illegal drugs can cause serious consequences in athletes and cause them to test positive for banned substances. It is important to evaluate nutritional supplements. Follow the regulations of sport organizations on supplementary foods. Utilize resources that can test supplements for quality and banned substances. Remember these tips on sports nutrition:

• Food is energy. Well-planned nutrition energizes the body and improves training, recovery and the building of muscle mass.
• Follow the regulations of your sport. Athletes who take supplements are responsible for everything they eat.
• Consult a sports dietitian to assess the safety, legality, quality, efficacy, dosing and administration of supplements.