Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
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ISBN: 9781337919333
Author: Brown, Judith E.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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To advice: Person A in terms of pre event sports nutrition.

Introduction: Energy requirement of the body changes with the level of physical activity. Hence, it is necessary that adolescents involved in sports activities be assessed for their energy and nutritional needs. Adolescents with physical activities are required to follow special diets and supplements in order to improve their performance and lean body mass.

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