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Macromineral
A macromineral can be defined as a mineral that is required in amounts greater than or equal to 100 mg per day or a mineral that constitutes 0.01% or more of the weight of the body.
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Long-chain fatty acids
Fatty acids with chain lengths of 12 or more carbons are usually considered long-chain fatty acids. However, some references classify lauric acid, which has 12 carbons, as a medium- chain fatty acid.
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Liquid meals
Many athletes consume liquid meals, also known as meal replacement beverages, because they are convenient and can often be consumed closer to the time of the event or training session. For example, many endurance sports, such as running, cycling, and triathlon, have early start times, which prevent athletes from consuming solid meals prior to competition,…
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Lactoovovegetarian
A lactoovovegetarian will consume dairy foods and eggs in addition to plant foods, but will not consume meat, fish, or poultry.
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Intravascular water
The intercellular water within the blood vessels is considered the intravascular water. Adequate intravascular water is critical for health as well as efficient cardiac function during exercise.
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Intracellular water
The water contained within the cells is referred to as intracellular water, which accounts for approximately 65% of the body’s water.
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Intercellular water
The water between cells is referred to as intercellular or interstitial fluid. Plasma, the fluid component of blood outside of the red blood cells, is a major percentage of the body’s intercellular water. Intercellular water also includes water within the joints and pleura as well as fluids of the eyes and ears.
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Inosine
Inosine is a nucleoside that in its monophosphate form (IMP) produces adenosine monophosphate (AMP), which can be further phosphorylated to eventually produce adenosine triphosphate (ATP). The connection between IMP and ATP synthesis has served as the basis for speculation that inosine supplementation can improve exercise performance, particularly for strength-related activities. It has also been suggested…
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Hypohydration
Hypohydration is below adequate hydration status. The provision of less than the normal amount of water to the body to meet its metabolic demands.
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Hyperhydration
The term hyperhydration is used to describe the process of consuming additional fluids to promote optimal hydration prior to an event. Recommendations for pre-event fluid consumption are provided in the entry for hydration. Excessive fluid intake, e.g., before athletic events or in some psychiatric illnesses. An endeavor to commence a physical activity session with a…
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