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Energy Sources
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 Carbohydrates With the added energy needs of an athlete, carbohydrates can play a major role in the...
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Male eating disorders
Eating disorders are not just a female problem. Eight percent of elite male athletes in Norway suffer from some type of eating disorder, according to research just completed by two masters students at the Norwegian University of Sport in Oslo. Over 900 national class...
Side Effects and Legal aspects of Omega
Are there any side effects? The greatest risk of fish oil omega-3 supplementation is heavy metal poisoning by the body's accumulation of traces of heavy metals which may be found especially in less refined fish oil supplements. There is also a potential risk is the...
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Energy Sources: Fats
This article continues on from Article 1 - Energy Sources Fats Fats are also considered to be an essential component of your diet and make up the most concentrated source of energy. Fats provide more than twice the calories per gram when compared with carbohydrates or...
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Omega Fatty Acids – a Hype or Help?
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. What is the sudden big deal with Omegas?...