Protein
Proteins are synthesized from
Amino Acids
The most abundant mineral in the body
Calcium
A ___% drop in body weight has been shown to impair performance
1.5-2%
Vitamin B2 promotes metabolism. It is also sometimes called___________
Riboflavin
Nitrogen
To much of this mineral can increase blood volume and lead to hypertension
Sodium
Overhydrating can lead to significant sodium loss which is called__________
This is a fat soluble vitamin that promotes clotting
A protein that is lacking one or more essential amino acids
Incomplete Protein
Name a sport that is at risk of a mineral deficiency.
Wrestling
Gymnastics
Horse racing
Ballet
Judo
Body building
How much water in mL should someone drink if they lost 1.7 kg during exercise?
1,700ml
This vitamin is associated with vision and too much of this vitamin can cause death.
Vitamin A
BCAA are made up of Isoleucine, Leucine and ______
Valine
This trace mineral promotes hemoglobin and mitochondrial growth. Deficiencies could lead to anemia.
Iron
Sodium
This vitamin is known as Folate (folic acid) and significantly reduces birth defects when consumed by pregnant women.
B9
This amino acid was hypothesis to contribute to central fatigue during exercise. It travels through the BBB and synthesizes serotonin
Tryptophan
This ion is important for nerve impulses particularly in the heart. Too much or too little could lead to cardiac arrythmias
Potassium
The process of moving from Hyperhydration to Euhydration
Dehydration
This vitamin increases calcium absorption and is hydroxylated in the liver.
Vitamin D