Clinical Sports Nutrition

<p>This fourth edition of <b><i>Clinical Sports Nutrition</i></b> continues to integrate the science and practice of sports nutrition. Each chapter is specifically formatted to combine the viewpoints of two sports nutrition experts: the scientific principles underpinning each issue are reviewed by an internationally recognized nutritionist with extensive research experience, while a sports dietitian summarizes the practice tips that can be drawn from these principles.</p> <p><b>TOPICS INCLUDE</b></p> <ul> <li>Measuring the nutritional status of athletes</li> <li>Assessing the physique of the athlete</li> <li>Weight loss and making weight</li> <li>Fluid and carbohydrate intake during exercise</li> <li>Prevention, protection and treatment of iron deficiency and depletion</li> <li>Supplements and sports foods</li> <li>Requirements for special athletic populations (e.g. athletes with diabetes, and vegetarians) and environments (e.g. training at altitude)</li> <li> <p><b>NEW FEATURES INCLUDE</b></p> <ul> <li>Updates in the consensus viewpoints from international bodies such as the International Olympic Committee and the American College of Sports Medicine</li> <li>International contributors from Australia, the UK, Canada and the USA</li> <li>Revised design to aid navigation and readability.</li> </ul> </li> </ul>