title: Diet and athletic performance.
abstract: Inadequate diet inhibits optimal performance in otherwise well-trained athletes. Controversy exists regarding specific dietary requirements, particularly in the areas of protein and vitamin/mineral supplementation. This article reviews energy substrate utilization, provides an overview of nutrient requirements during exercise, discusses ergogenic aids, and where possible, makes specific dietary recommendations for athletes.
authors.affiliation: Department of Nutrition, Pennsylvania State University, University Park.
authors.forename: C K
authors.initials: CK
authors.lastname: Probart
authors.forename: P J
authors.initials: PJ
authors.lastname: Bird
authors.forename: K A
authors.initials: KA
authors.lastname: Parker
mesh_terms: D004032:Diet; D004040:Dietary Carbohydrates; D004041:Dietary Fats; D004044:Dietary Proteins; D006801:Humans; D008903:Minerals; D013177:Sports / Q000502:physiology*; D014815:Vitamins
chemical_list: D004040:Dietary Carbohydrates; D004041:Dietary Fats; D004044:Dietary Proteins; D008903:Minerals; D014815:Vitamins