How much protein do endurance athletes need?

What will be an ideal response?


RDA for protein for most healthy adults is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight per day. Endurance athletes are advised to consume 1.2-1.4 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight daily.

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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How does a transient ischemic attack (TIA) differ from a cerebrovascular accident (CVA)?

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The term aerobic energy system refers to ____

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After interviewing a patient, the dietitian describes why he is at nutritional risk. This information should be recorded in which part of ADIME charting?

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