Dr. Nicky Keay - Bare bones in cyclists: Time to bring “Real” Nutritionists into the sport
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Competitive road cyclists are at risk of developing the health and performance consequences of low energy availability described in the relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) clinical model. Low energy availability can arise unintentionally and/ or intentionally from restrictive nutrition. Some of these carelessness may be avoided by bringing "real" graduated dietitians/nutritionists into the sport. I say its time for a change! Its time to bring Nutritionists into cycling!
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Iron deficiency (ID) is a prevailing nutritional concern amongst the athletic population due to the increased iron demands of this group. Athletes’ ability to replenish taxed iron stores is challenging due to the low bioavailability of dietary sources, and the interaction between exercise and...
Published 01/03/21
Published 01/03/21