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Nutrition for athletes

Course Description: Introduction - Body Composition and Sports - Concept of Nutrition for Athletes - Relationship Between Nutrients and Physical Activity - Nutrient and Fluid Requirements for Athletes - Role of Different Nutrients in Enhancing Player Performance Before and During Matches - Role of Meals and Their Timing and Their Impact on Athlete Performance - Importance of Carbohydrates and Use of Glycemic Index in Enhancing Athlete Performance During Matches - Nutritional Programs for Athletes - Impact of Nutritional Supplements on Athlete Performance.
Credits: 2
Prerequisites: CNUT321
Objectives of the course :

1. Healthy proper nutrition and its components.
The relationship between proper nutrition and athletic performance.
3. Different nutrients and their requirements for athletes in different sports.
4. Appropriate diets and their timing in relation to matches.
5. Benefits and harms of dietary supplements and their effect on the efficiency of athletes.

Course outputs :

1. Acquiring the correct concepts of sports nutrition.
2. Recognizing the importance of healthy food in improving athletes' performance.
3. Understanding the importance of nutrients and determining individual needs.
4. Analysis of knowledge related to meal timing and types in relation to matches.
5. Recognizing the harms of dietary supplements and choosing beneficial ones.

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  • Last updated: July 7, 2026

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