title: Nutrition and exercise.
abstract: The nutritional aspects of exercise are topics of popular interest, misconception, and active research. In this article, the authors review basic concepts of muscle metabolism; information concerning the role of exercise in weight loss; dietary supplements for athletes, including nutrition for competition; and eating disorders among those performing vigorous exercise.
mesh_terms: D001066:Appetite; D001481:Basal Metabolism; D001823:Body Composition; D001835:Body Weight; D004734:Energy Metabolism; D001068:Feeding and Eating Disorders / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D005527:Food, Fortified; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009132:Muscles / Q000378:metabolism; D009747:Nutritional Physiological Phenomena; D010807:Physical Endurance; D005082:Physical Exertion; D013177:Sports