ABSTRACT

It is well known that fats, proteins, and carbohydrates are all energy-yielding nutrients that influence health and physical performance. Yet many recreational, collegiate, and professional athletes still consume more fats, saturated fats, and cholesterol than is recommended, as well as inappropriate amounts of proteins. What is needed is a nuts an

part |2 pages

Section I: Introduction

part |2 pages

Section II: Fats

chapter 3|26 pages

Medium-Chain Triglycerides

chapter 4|26 pages

Omega-3 and Omega-6 Fatty Acids

chapter 5|10 pages

Conjugated Linoleic Acid

chapter 6|8 pages

Octacosanol and Wheat Germ Oil

part |2 pages

Section III: Proteins

chapter 7|34 pages

Protein: Quantity and Quality

chapter 8|22 pages

Whey, Casein, and Soy Proteins

chapter 9|22 pages

Creatine

chapter 10|14 pages

Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate

chapter 11|20 pages

Carnitine

chapter 12|22 pages

β-Hydroxy-β-Methylbutyrate

chapter 13|18 pages

Branched-Chain Amino Acids

chapter 14|18 pages

Glutamine

chapter 15|76 pages

Other Individual Amino Acids

part |2 pages

Section IV: Recommended Intakes of the Energy-Yielding Nutrients