What are the dietary recommendations for athletes after exercise?

What will be an ideal response?


Immediately after exercise, the athlete needs to immediately consume 0.3-0.6 g of carbohydrates per pound of body weight per hour, and 20 grams of high-quality protein.

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A) moving a joint to the fullest extent of its range of motion B) an isokinetic exercise controlled by a particular machine C) a training term meaning an 10% increase in weights lifted D) a dangerous form of holding your breath

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Which hormone regulates calcium levels?

a. insulin b. thyroid c. parathyroid d. aldosterone

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Which of the following does not tend to occur as countries develop economically and food supplies increase?

A) Incidence of under nutrition decreases B) Incidence of heart disease increases C) Incidence of hypertension decreases D) Incidence of diabetes increases E) People tend to have lower levels of physical activity

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The nutrient intake level estimated to meet the needs of 50% of the individuals in a life-stage and gender group.

What will be an ideal response?

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