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Nutrition
Undergraduate 4
11/05/2014

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Term
Intro To Water
Definition
Dehydration impairs performance
Hydration status=water in vs. water lost
People 50-60% water
Lean body tissue about 75% water
Adipose Tissue about 5% water
For a healthy lean 70 kg person, male=60%, female=50%
Term
Hyperthermia, How to prevent
Definition
Excessive rise in body temp, >98.6
Sweating, water (electrolytes) lost through sweat.

Need to understand how its lost to understand how to put it back in
Term
Heat Production During Exercise
Definition
Oxygen consumed heat is produced and only x is used to perform work
Every L, 4kcal heat and 1 kcal used for work

Muscle worked increases in heat, must go somewhere is contractile proteins and enzymes would be inactivated within 10 minutes
Heat transferred to the body core
Thermoreceptors produce response
Increase blood flow to the skin to start sweating
Term
Heat Storage during Exercise
Definition
Heat production directly proportional to exercise intensity

Extremely strenuous exercise, even in cool environment, can cause substantial rise in temp

Absolute temp at the end of exercise depends on the starting temp

Warm-ups causes a rise in body temp and results in higher final body temp

Skip warm up in hot environment?
Term
Environmental Heat Stress and Heat Loss by Sweat
Definition
Determined by ambient temp, relative humidity, wind velocity, solar radiation (sun and reflection from the ground)

Skin hotter than surroundings, heat is lost

High humidity compromises evaporation of sweat

Dehydration of the loss of 2% body mass is sufficient to significantly impair performance
Term
Heat Loss by Radiation and Convection
Definition
Increased blood flow through the skin capillaries

Effectiveness depends on-Amount of body surface available for heat exchange, inappropriate clothing, equipment of sport, temp gradient between body and atmosphere
Term
Regulation of Body Temp
Definition
Thermoreceptors both deep and peripheral-Input from deep more important
"thermostat" located in hypothalamus
Nonthermal sensory inputs capable of changing body temp-BP, osmolarity, NA/Ca ratio, hormones, cytokines
Either sweating or vasodilation occurs
Term
Modifying Inputs to hypothalamus
Definition
Blood Pressure
Osmolarity
Na/Ca Ratio
Hormones
Cytokines
Term
Training, acclimatization, and temperature regulation
Definition
Training improves temperature regulation
Need to exercise at high intensity to promote sweating and increased skin blood flow-70-100% VO2 max, increase temp above 102.2
Acclimation achieved by exercise not resting
Heavy sweaters have larger sweat glands, training appears to induce hypertrophy of existing sweat glands
Term
Aerobic training increases ability to maintain constant body temp during exercise by..
Definition
Increase in blood volume
Increase in capacity for skin blood flow
Increase in sweat gland size
Earlier onset of sweating (lower set-point core temp)
Increase in sweat rate
Term
Effect of Dehydration on Exercise Performance
Definition
Fatigue at the end of prolonged exercise might be from dehydration as much as fuel depletion
Performance impaired 2%, losses greater than 5% can decrease work about 30%
Main reasions dehydration has an adverse effect on performance: Reduction in blood volume, decrease heat dissipation, decreased skin blood flow, sweat rate, Increased core temp, rate of muscle glycogen use
Term
Mechanisms of Heat Illness
Definition
Less well-trained athletes have less effective thermoregulation, work less economically, use more CHO for work, take longer to recover

Among U.S. High school athletes, heat illness is the 3rd leading cause of death

Risk factors for heat illness includes-dehydration, hot/humid climate, obesity, low fitness level, lack of acclimatization, sleep deprivation, medications

Monitoring hydration status and prompting appropriate drinking may be most important factor in preventing heat illness
Term
Effects of fluid intake on exercise performance
Definition
Drinking during exercise helps restore plasma volume to near preexercise levels

Prevents adverse effects of dehydration on muscle strength, endurance, coordination

Hyprehydration, increased body water content above normal, has been suggested to be effective in enhancing performance, but only a few studies have directly looked at this
Term
Preexercise Hyperhydration
Definition
Reduces thermal and cardiovascular strain

Greater fluid retention is achieved with glycerol being added to fluid
Term
Fluid Intake During Exercise
Definition
Dehydration can only be avoided by matching in vs out, this is easier said than done:
Sweat rates of 2-3L/hr, drinking 1 L uncomfortable, sweat rates are varied
Thirst is not a good indicator, not perceived until at least 2% loss
"real world" limit opportunities during competition

Regular water intake, CHO content
Term
Electrolytes added to sports drinks for..
Definition
Increase palatability
TO maintain thirst, promote drinking
To prevent hypoatremia, low serum Na
To increase the rate of water uptake
To increase retention of fluid

>30 minutes, hot/humid conditions more about replacing electrolytes
Term
Daily Water Balance
Definition
Water loss heavily influenced by humidity of ambient air

Osmolarity of blood plasma is maintained around 290 mOsmol/L, alters kidney function from water conservation to excretion

Balance is coupled to the intake of water and Na
Term
Biggest fluid loss and gain
Definition
Loss-Urine
Gain-Drink
Term
Fluid Requirements for Athletes
Definition
Athletes must be fully hydrated before they train or compete

Performance an training quality will suffer if an athlete becomes dehydrated in either environment
Term
Adequate Hydration before exercise
Definition
Higher intake a few days prior to competition
Pale urine color, some B's add a yellowish hue
Urine osmolarity->900 mOsmol/kg dehydrated, 100-300 mOsmol/kg well hydrated
Measuring body weight after waking and voiding
Requirements change based on temp, work
Term
Adequate Hydration During Exercise
Definition
Cant rely on thirst, goal is to maintain body weight
Athletes should consume fluids at regular intervals
For most people, 30-60 minutes in moderate temperature, cool water is sufficient
Term
Sports Drinks During Exercise
Definition
Depends on exercise, depends on goal
Rehydration is the main goal- 20-60g/L CHO, 20-60 mmol/L Na, <290 mOsmol/L
Substrate uptake more important-100-150 g/L CHO, osmolarity should be minimized

Ideal sport drink for an athlete: tastes good, no GI issues, promotes rapid gastric empyting and fluid absorption, provides some energy
Term
Rehydration after Exercise
Definition
Reduced inracellular volume: reduces rate of glycogen/protein synthesis, high cell volume speeds up
Factors influencing are volume and composition
Na with water, extracellular, K for intra?
Glucose Uptake into muscle promotes intracellular rehydration
Term
Fluid Consumption after exercise
Definition
1.5 L of fluid for every kg lost during exercise

Caffeine and alcohol discouraged because of diuretic actions
Term
Selected Recommendations on Exercise and Fluid Replacement
Definition
6-8ml per kilogram body weight 2 hours before exercise, beverages with Na or with salted snacks

Drink often and regular to prevent less than 2% body weight loss
Term
Vitamins, Minerals and Trace Elements
Definition
Vitamins-organic compounds
Minerals, trace elements=inorganic
Known as micronutrients
All 13 vitamins have important functions in the body, Must be obtained through diet except for D and K
Term
Macromineral vs Micromineral
Definition
macro >100 mg/day
micro <100 mg/day
Term
Function of Vitamin/Minerals
Definition
They serve as regulators and links in the processes of energy release from food

They are important cofactors in various chemical reactions and as such are important in maintaining homeostasis

Marginal deficiencies may crucially affect athletic performance
Term
Vitamin A (Retinol)
Definition
Maintains epithelial tissues in skin, mucous membranes, and visual pigments of eye, promotes bone development and immune function

Deficiency- Night blindness, infections, impaired growth and wound healing

Excess- Nausea, headache, fatigue, liver damage, joint pains, peeling skin, and abnormal fetal development in pregnancy
Term
Vitamin D (Calciferol)
Definition
Increases calcium absorption in gut and promotes bone formation

Deficiency- Weak bones
Excess- Nausea, loss of appetite, irritability, joint pain, calcification of soft tissues
Term
Vitamin E (tocopherol)
Definition
Defends against free radicals, protects cell membranes

Deficiency-Hemolysis and anemia
Excess- Headache, fatigue, and diarrhea
Term
Vitamin K (menadione)
Definition
Forms blood clotting factors

Deficiency- Bleeding and hemorrhage
Excess- Thrombosis and vomiting
Term
Sources of Vitamin A
Definition
Liver, fish, dairy, eggs, margarine, carrots, dark green veggies, tomatoes, oranges
Term
Sources of Vitamin A
Definition
Liver, fish, dairy, eggs, margarine, carrots, dark green veggies, tomatoes, oranges
Term
Sources of Vitamin D
Definition
Liver, fish, eggs, fortified dairy, oils, sunlight
Term
Sources of Vitamin D
Definition
Liver, fish, eggs, fortified dairy, oils, sunlight
Term
Sources of Vitamin E
Definition
Liver, eggs, whole grain cereal, veggie oils, seed oils, marg and butter
Term
Sources of Vitamin K
Definition
Liver, eggs, green leafy veggies, cheese, butter, formed in large intestine by bacteria
Term
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)
Definition
Forms coenzyme with thiamine pyrophosphate, promotes CHO metabolism and central nervous system function

Deficiency- Loss of appetite, apathy, depression, pain in calf muscle

No toxic effects of excess
Term
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)
Definition
Forms coenzymes with FAD and FMN, promotes CHO and Fat oxidation, maintains healthy skin

Deficiency- Dermatitis, lip and tongue sores, and damage to cornea of eyes

No toxic effects of excess
Term
Vitamin B3 (niacin)
Definition
Forms coenzyme with NAD and NADP, promotes anaerobic glycolysis, CHO and fat oxidation, and fat synthesis, maintains healthy skin

Deficiency- Weakness, loss of appetite, skin lesions, gut and skin problems, pellegra

Excess- Headache, nausea, skin irritation, liver damage, and inhibition of lipolysis
Term
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine)
Definition
Forms coenzyme with pyridoxal phosphate, promotes protein metabolism, formation of hemoglobin and RBC, glycogenolysis, and gluconeogenesis

Deficiency- Irritability, convulsions, anemia, dermatitis, and tongue sores

Excess- Loss of nerve sensations and abnormal gait
Term
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin)
Definition
Forms coenzyme for DNA and RNA, promotes formation of white and red blood cells, maintains gut

Deficiency- Pernicious anemia, fatigue, nerve damage, paralysis, and infections

No toxic effects of excess
Term
Folic Acid
Definition
Forms coenzyme for DNA and RNA, promotes formation of hemoglobin and red and white blood cells

Deficiency- Anemia, fatigue, diarrhea, gut disorders, and infections

No toxic effects of excess
Term
Biotin
Definition
Forms coenzyme for CO2 transfer, promotes CHO, Fat, and Protein metabolism

Deficiency- Nausea, fatigue, and skin rashes

No toxic effects of Excess
Term
Pantothenic Acid
Definition
Forms coenzyme A for energy metabolism promotes CHO and fat oxidation and fat synthesis

Deficiency- Nausea, fatigue, depression, and loss of appetite

No toxic effects of excess
Term
Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
Definition
Antioxidant promotes collagen formation, development of connective tissue, catecholamine and steroid synthesis, and iron absorption

Deficiency- Weakness, slow wound healing, infections, bleeding gums, anemia, scurvy

Excess- No toxic effects in small doses
Term
Sources of B1 Thiamin
Definition
whole grain cereal products, fortified bread, potatoes, legumes, nuts, pork, ham, and liver
Term
Sources of B2 Riboflavin
Definition
dairy products, meat, liver, eggs, green leafy vegetables, and beans
Term
Sources of B3 Niacin
Definition
Meat, liver, poultry, fish, whole grain cereal products, lentils, and nuts, formed in body, from essential AA tryptophan
Term
Sources of B6 Pyridoxine
Definition
Meat, liver, poultry, fish, whole grain cereal, potatoes, legumes, green leafy veg, dairy, bananas, and nuts
Term
sources of B12 cobalamin
Definition
meat, fish, shellfish, poultry, liver, eggs, dairy products, and fortified breakfast cereals
Term
Sources of Folic Acid
Definition
Meat, liver, green leafy veg, whole grain cereal, potatoes, legumes, nuts and fruit
Term
Sources of Folic Acid
Definition
Meat, liver, green leafy veg, whole grain cereal, potatoes, legumes, nuts and fruit
Term
Sources of Biotin
Definition
Meat, milk, egg yolk, whole grain cereal products, legumes, and most vegetables
Term
Sources of vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
Definition
Citrus fruits, green leafy veg, broccoli, potatoes, peppers, and strawberries
Term
Recommended intakes of vitamins
Definition
Often didnt include athletes or take into account activity levels

Metabolic, environmental, genetic factors, age, gender, body mass can alter an individuals nutrient requirement

Physical activity may increase requirement for-C, B2, B6, A, E
Term
Macrominerals
Definition
constitutes at least .01% of total body mass
Potassium, sodium, chloride, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, sulfur
Term
Microminerals (trace elements)
Definition
Less than .01% of total body mass, need <100mg a day
Iron, zinc, copper, chromium, selenium
Term
Calcium
Definition
Promotes bone and teeth formation, muscle contraction, membrane potentials, and nerve impulse transmission, regulates enzyme activity

Deficiency-Osteoporosis, brittle bones, impaired muscle contraction, muscle cramps

Excess- Impaired trace metal absorption, cardiac arrhythmia, constipation, kidney stones, and cacification of soft tissue
Term
Chlorine
Definition
Promotes nerve impulse conduction and hydrochloric acid formation in the stomach

Deficiency- Convulsions
Excess-Hypertension
Term
Magnesium
Definition
Promotes protein synthesis and metalloenzyme, ATPases, and 2,3 DPG formation, bone component

Deficiency- Muscle weakness, fatigue, apathy, muscle tremor, and cramps
Excess- Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
Term
Potassium
Definition
Promotes membrane potential nerve impulse generation, muscle contraction, and acid-base balance

Deficiency- Hypokalemia, muscle cramps, apathy, loss of appetite, and irregular heartbeat

Excess-Hyperkalemia, cardiac arrhythmia, and cardiac failure
Term
Phosphorus
Definition
Promotes bone formation, buffer in muscle contraction, component of ATP, PCr, NADP, DNA, RNA, and cell membranes

Deficiency- Hyponatremia, dizziness, coma, muscle cramps, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and seizures

Excess- Hypertension and nausea
Term
Sulfur
Definition
Acid-base balance, liver function

Deficiency- Unknown and extremely unlikely to occur

Excess- Unknown
Term
Source of Calcium
Definition
Dairy, egg yolk, beans and peas, dark green veg, and cauliflower
RDA 1000mg, 30-40% absorbed
Term
Source of Chlorine
Definition
Meat, fish, bread, canned foods, table salt, beans, and milk
RDA-2300mg, 90-99% absorbed
Term
Sources of magnesium
Definition
Seafood, nuts, green leafy veg, fruits, whole grain products, milk, and yogurt
RDA-420(M), 320(F), 90-99% absorbed
Term
Source of Potassium
Definition
Meat, fish, milk, yourt, fruit, veg, and bread
RDA-4700mg, 90-99% absorbed
Term
Sources of Phosphorus
Definition
Meat, eggs, fish, milk, cheese, beans, peas, whole grain products, soft drinks
RDA-700mg, 80-90% absorbed
Term
Sources of Phosphorus
Definition
Meat, eggs, fish, milk, cheese, beans, peas, whole grain products, soft drinks
RDA-700mg, 80-90% absorbed
Term
Sources of sodium
Definition
meat, fish, bread, canned foods, salt, sauces, pickles
RDA-1500mg, 90-99% absorbed
Term
Chromium
Definition
Augments insulin action

Deficiency- Glucose intolerance and impaired lipid metabolism

Excess Rare toxic effects
Sources-liver, kidney, meat, oysters, cheese, whole grain products, beer, asparagus, mushrooms, nuts
Term
Cobalt
Definition
Forms component of vitamin B12, needed for rbc development

Deficiency-Pernicious anemia
Excess- Nausea, vomit, death
Sources- Meat, liver, milk
Term
Copper
Definition
Promotes normal iron absorption, oxidative metabolism, connective tissue formation, and hemoglobin synthesis, forms cofactor with superoxide dismutase

Deficiency-Anemia, impaired immune function, bone demineralization
Excess- Nausea and vomiting
Sources-Liver, kidney, shellfish, meat, fish, poultry, eggs, bran cereals, nuts, legumes, broccoli, banana, avocado, chocolate
Term
Flourine
Definition
Promotes bone and teeth formation

Deficiency- Dental caries
Excess- Discolored teeth, inhibited glycolysis in high doses
Sources- milk, egg yolk, seafood, and drinking water
Term
Iodide
Definition
Forms component of thyroid hormones T3 and T4

Deficiency- Goiter and reduced metabolic rate
Excess- Depressed thyroid gland activity
Source-Iodized salt, seafood, and vegetables
Term
Iron
Definition
Transports oxygen as hemoglobin and myoglobin, forms cytochromes and metalloenzymes, promotes immune function

Deficiency-Anemia, fatigue, and increased infections
Excess-Hemochromatosis, liver cirrhosis, heart disease, and increased infections
Sources- Liver, kidney, eggs, red meats, seafood, oysters, bread, flour, molasses, dried legumes, nuts, leafy green beg, broccoli, figs, raisins, and cocoa
Term
Manganese
Definition
Forms cofactor with energy metabolism enzymes, promotes bone formation and fat synthesis

Deficiency-Poor growth
Excess- Weakness and confusion
Sources-Whole grains, peas and beans, leafy veg, bananas
Term
Molybdenum
Definition
Forms cofactor with riboflavin in CHO and fat metabolism enzymes

Deficiency- No effect
Excess-Rare toxic effects
Source- Liver, kidney, whole grain products, beans and peas
Term
Selenium
Definition
Forms cofactor with glutathione peroxidase

Deficiency- Cardiomyopathy, cancer, heart disease, impaired immune function, erythrocyte fragility

Excess- Nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and hair loss

Sources-Meat, liver, kidney, poultry, fish, dairy, seafood, whole grains
Term
Zinc
Definition
Forms metalloenzymes, promotes protein synthesis, immune function, tissue repair, energy metabolism, antioxidant activity

Deficiency- Impaired growth, impaired healing, increase infections, and anorexia

Excess- Impaired absorption of Fe and Cu, Increased HDL cholesterol LDL cholesterol ratio, anemia, nausea, vomiting, and impaired immunity

Sources- Oysters, shellfish, beef, liver, poultry, dairy, whole grains, veg, asparagus, and spinach
Term
Recommended intakes of minerals
Definition
In addition to the 14 trace elements deemed essential, arsenic, nickel, silicon, tin, and vanadium may also be essential
Term
Micronutrient Functions
Definition
Form building blocks of tissues
Function as antioxidants
Perform or are associated with variety of functions essential to the maintenance of life and health
oxygen transport
enzyme catalyzed reactions
immunity
electrolytes
Term
Micronutrients form building blocks of tissues
Definition
Not vitamins, but several minerals are in bones and teeth
Ca, Phosphorus, Flourine
Vit D required for normal absorption of Ca
Vit C required for normal production of collagen, important for maintenance of cartilage
Term
Calcium homeostasis
Definition
High Blood Ca-Bone formation
Low Blood Ca- Bone demineralization
Term
Micronutrients as antioxidants
Definition
Antioxidants prevent or limit the actions of free radicals usually by removing their unpaired electron, converting into a less reactive molecule
Vitamin C,E Beta-carotene, and glutathione important antioxidant in plants, animals, and fungi
Term
Antioxidant Protection against exercise induced skeletal muscle damage
Definition
Muscle damage results in muscle pain, soreness, stiffness, reduced ROM, higher than normal lactate conc and perceived exertion during exercise, loss of strength and reduced power that can last 5-10 days

Elevated muscle proteins, myoglobin, CK or lactat dehydrogenase which causes an initial activiation of the immune system

WBC begin breakdown of damaged fibers to begin repair..production of free radical reactive oxygen species (ROS), an underlying cause of disrupted muscle homeostasis, soreness, elevated CK activity, and ixidative damage to DNA and proteins, including enzymes

Additional Sources of ROS are- UV light, alcohol, cigarette smoke, high fat diets, respiratory burst of WBC
Primary ROS generated by skeletal muscle
Nitric Oxide and superoxide
Skeletal muscle has multiple potential sites for generation of ROS
Old view=ROS end product of metabolism and only has a negative effect on muscle function
New view= ROS generated in a controlled manner by muscle fibers in response to physiological stimulus and play an important role in physiological adaptations
Term
Antioxidant Mechanisms
Definition
Antioxidants decrease the adverse effects of ROS
Prevent oxidation initiated by ROS by:
Preventing ROS formation
Converting ROS to less reactive molecules
Binding metal ion catalysts to prevent initiaition of free radical reactions
Reacting with chain radicals to prevent continues hydrogen abstraction
provide favorable environment for effective functioning of other antioxidants, acting to regenerate nonenzymatic antioxidants
Term
Selenium
Definition
Co factor of glutathione reductase
Term
Selenium
Definition
Co factor of glutathione reductase
Term
SOD can inhibit by..
Definition
Inactivating precursor of ROS production, copper and manganese are required as cofactors of SOD
Term
Oxygen Transport and Fe
Definition
Iron essential for oxidative metabolism
Component of
Hemoglobin, protein in RBC, transports O
Myoglobin, Respiratory pigment found in muscle fibers
Cytochromes, components of etc

Fe deficiency most widespread deficiency in the world

Associated with increased morbidity from infectious disease
Term
Ferritin
Definition
Serum ferritin used to indicate the status of the bodys Fe stores
Term
Fe stores in women
Definition
Need a regular supply of Fe to maintain balance and avoid anemia
Term
Vitamins as coenzymes in energy metabolism
Definition
CHO metabolism
Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Pyridoxine, Biotin, Pantothenic acid

Fat metabolism
Riboflavin, Niacin, Biotin, Pantothenic acid

Protein metabolism
Pyridoxine, biotin
Term
Immune function and resistance to infection
Definition
Heavy exercise and nutrition are influential on immune function, greater with heavy stress and poor nutrition

Poor nutrition, precursor to immunodepression

Vit B12, folic acid=production WBC
Vit A,C,E,= needed for normal function of said
Zinc, iron, copper, selenium essential for optimal immune function
Term
Electrolytes
Definition
Of them, Na, K, Cl found in highest concentration
Na, Cl found extracellular
K found intracellular
Think Na-K pump
Term
Assesing Micronutrient Status
Definition
Estimated directly from biopsy samples, from blood cells or plasma

Estimated indirectly from analysis of diet
Term
Dietary surveys of vitamin intakes in elite athletes
Definition
Ideally should obtain all nutrients from food
Well balanced diet of 5 food groups should provide adeuate amounts of 13 vitamins
Dont always eat well balanced diets
Athletes at risk for deficiencies because of fatigue and time-consuming demands of training
Increased vitamin turnover
Additional loss of some nutrients
Poor food selection
Limited time for food prep
Term
Dietary surveys of minerals
Definition
Assessment is tricky, and has limitations
Suggestions are iron, zinc, calcium, magnesium may be of concern for young athletes and female athletes of all ages
Term
Exercise and micronutrient Requirements
Definition
Inadequate status is associated with impaired performance
Theoretically exercise can induce a marginal vitamin deficiency
Decreased absorption
Increased excretion
Increased Degradation
Increased requirement due to training adaptations
Term
Ergogenic Effects of Supplementation
Definition
Recent double blind placebo controlled studies shows excess vitamin intake doesnt improve performance

Excessive intake of A,D,E,K for prolonged periods can be harmful
Term
Recommendations for Athletes
Definition
In general, supplementation with individual vitamins is not recommended

Consuming megadoses of individual vitamins can do more harm than good

Not necessary if consume a well balanced diet

Multivitamin ensures adequate intake even with intensive training and CHO loading before competition
Term
Recommendations for Athletes at Risk
Definition
Low energy intake athletes, suggest for Ca:
3 servings per day of low fat dairy foods
Include high CHO meals (milk on cereal)
Eat fish with bones
Include calcium enriched soy products
Eat leafy green veg
Low energy intake athletes, suggest for Fe
Eat rich in heme iron at least 4 times a week
Eat iron fortified foods
Include nonheme iron food sources
Combine nonheme iron foods with meat or foods rich in vit c to increase iron absorption
Avoid drinking tea at meals

Hot environment athletes
Iron, zinc, magnesium shouldnt exceed 1-2 times the RDA
Term
Supplement Intro
Definition
Supplemens are a billion dollar industry

Nutritional Supplements after genetics and training is looked at by athletes to improve x

Ergogenic aids= substance that improve exercise performance and are used in attempts to increase athletic or physical performance capacity
Term
Why do athletes use supplements?
Definition
Want to make a team/playing time
Want a full ride
Want to get to the show
Need that contract, cash in when i can
Term
Supplement buyer beware
Definition
Not regulated by the FDA
Submitted info to FDA is for notification rather than authorization
Claims not backed up by science, studies in non-peer-reviewed journals, results inappropriately extrapolated, biased funding

Are the ingredients on the label actually in the bottle
Term
Capati v. Crunch fitness case
Definition
Personal trainer recommended that she take variety of supplements including ephedra, working out she got ill and ended up dying.
Term
What is banned NCAA substances
Definition
Stimulants: Caffeine
Anabolic Agents: Androstenedione, DHEA, norandrostenedione, testosterone
Diuretics(water pills) and other masking agents
Street Drugs: heroin, mary j, THC

Peptide hormones, growth hormone, erythroprotein
Term
NCAA permissable vs non permissable
Definition
permissible-vitamins and minerals, energy bars, calorie replacement drinks, electrolyte replacement drinks

Nonpermissible-amino acids, condroitin, creatine, ginseng, glucosamine, glycerol, HMB, I-carnitine, Protein
Term
NSCA Stance on supplements
Definition
Strength and Conditioning Professionals must not prescribe, recommend or provide drugs, controlled substances or supplements that are illegal, prohibited, or harmful to participants for any purpose including enhancing athletic performance, conditioning or physique.... potential lose of credentials or job
Term
Examine.com
Definition
Supplement info that is unbiased and independent not selling any substances. focuses on scientific evidence when it comes to nutrition and supplements
Term
Contamination
Definition
Steroids and or precursor compounds found in dietary supplements! Of 634 supplements tested, nearly 15% had enough to cause a positive test

In the US, of 240 supplements tested roughly 20% of them contained prohormones, a substance that can be converted to anabolic steroids

Reputable brands, companies that dont sell steroids or precursors, previously sold ephedra products?
Term
Supplement Conclusion
Definition
Know what is illegal
Know what you can/cnt talk about within your certification
If someone asks a question, brush up on research, review studies, find non biased reviews
Ask what is popular
Try to sort out hydration and diet first
Positives worth the risk of contamination?
Do you really know what you are taking?
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