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Nutrition as a Vegan Runner – Maybe you want to train for a marathon. Perhaps you want to get more out of every mile. Either way, you’ve decided to improve your diet by giving veganism a try. Good for you! The lifestyle offers numerous benefits to your health and the planet.
To calculate the energy available from a food, multiply the number of grams of carbohydrate, protein, and fat by 4,4, and 9, respectively. Then add the results together. For example, 1 slice of bread with a tablespoon of peanut butter on it contains 16 grams carbohydrate, 7 grams protein, and 9 grams fat : 16g… [Continue Reading]
Take a tour of any supermarket today, and you will be struck by the number of margarine tubs, cooking oils and even yogurts and eggs that have “Omega 3 or 6” either in their brand name or added in big letters to the packaging.
This article will list and discuss the various energy sources available which supply the body with the necessary nutrients to be able to exercise and remain healthy
Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) the amounts of selected nutrients considered adequate to meet the known nutrient needs of healthy people. The RDA are based on scientific knowledge and have been presented by a committee of the Food and Nutrition Board (FNB) of the National Academy of Sciences (NAS). The Canadian equivalent is the Recommended Nutrient… [Continue Reading]
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Energy Sources: Proteins
This article is the 3rd in the series that started with Article 1 - Energy Sources and was followed by Article 2 - Energy Sources - Fats Proteins The important structural components of the body, are made up by proteins which are a necessity for growth, maintenance, and repair of all body tissues. Proteins are also … [Read More...]
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Carbohydrates

This article will list and discuss the various energy sources available which supply … [Read More...]

What are carbohydrates? All carbohydrates are made up from sugars. There are a number … [Read More...]

Most athletes know the importance of carbohydrates. And many see their main source coming … [Read More...]

The need for carbohydrates - Running for over 90-120 minutes at race pace can totally … [Read More...]
Omega

There are two essential fatty acids that contribute to a healthier heart and they are part … [Read More...]

Take a tour of any supermarket today, and you will be struck by the number of margarine … [Read More...]

What is the best source and what is the correct dose? Omega fatty acids can be … [Read More...]

There is much research emerging showing the benefits of fatty acids, including an … [Read More...]