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This fourth edition of Clinical Sports Nutrition continues to integrate the science and practice of sports nutrition. Each chapter is specifically formatted to combine the viewpoints of two sports nutrition experts: the scientific principles underpinning each issue are reviewed by an internationally recognized nutritionist with extensive research experience, while a sports dietitian summarizes the practice tips that can be drawn from these principles. TOPICS INCLUDE Measuring the nutritional status of athletes Assessing the physique of the athlete Weight loss and making weight Fluid and carbohydrate intake during exercise Prevention, protection and treatment of iron deficiency and depletion Supplements and sports foods Requirements for special athletic populations (e.g. athletes with diabetes, and vegetarians) and environments (e.g. training at altitude) NEW FEATURES INCLUDE Updates in the consensus viewpoints from international bodies such as the International Olympic Committee and the American College of Sports Medicine International contributors from Australia, the UK, Canada and the USA Revised design to aid navigation and readability.

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Louise Burke has been the Head of the Department of Sports Nutrition at the Australian Institute of Sport since 1990 and has nearly 30 years experience in ccounselingand educating athletes. In 2009 she received a Citation Award from the American College of Sports Medicine and Membership of the Order of Australia (OAM) from the Australian Government in recognition of her work in sports nutrition. Vicki Deakin is an Associate Professor and Head of Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Canberra, where she initiated the undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Nutrition and Dietetics and Sports Nutrition. Her involvement with elite athletes dates back to her initiation of the nutrition services at the Australian Institute of Sport in 1985.

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