The Importance of Adequate Hydration in an Athlete's Diet.
Title: The Importance of Adequate Hydration in an Athlete's Diet.
Category: /Recreation & Sports
Details: Words: 2914 | Pages: 11 (approximately 235 words/page)
The Importance of Adequate Hydration in an Athlete's Diet.
Category: /Recreation & Sports
Details: Words: 2914 | Pages: 11 (approximately 235 words/page)
Introduction
Fluids are often forgotten in discussions about sports nutrition. Humans can live for a prolonged period of time without macronutrient and micronutrient intake, but not without water. Water is the basic substance needed for all metabolic processes in the human body. It enables transport of other substances by the circulation and interchange or exchange of nutrients and metabolic end-products between organs and their external surroundings. When you are feeling fatigued, the cause could be
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than one hour, it is essential to consume a carbohydrate and electrolyte replacing beverage such as those provided from commercially produced, or homemade sports drinks. Regardless, it is essential to maintain this balance in the body to ensure adequate hydration. Remember, losing two percent of the body's water can hurt performance. A five percent loss can cause heat exhaustion. A seven to ten percent loss can result in heat stroke and death. Dehydration can kill.