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  • Title: Nationwide survey on nutritional habits in elite athletes. Part I. Energy, carbohydrate, protein, and fat intake.
    Author: van Erp-Baart AM, Saris WH, Binkhorst RA, Vos JA, Elvers JW.
    Journal: Int J Sports Med; 1989 May; 10 Suppl 1():S3-10. PubMed ID: 2744927.
    Abstract:
    Information about habitual food intake was systematically obtained from elite endurance, strength, and team sport athletes. The athletes (n = 419) trained at least 1-2 h daily and competed on an international level. A 4- or 7-day food diary was kept. For analysis of the data, a computerized food table was used. Mean energy intake varied from 12.1-24.7 MJ per day for male and 6.8-12.9 MJ per day for female athletes. Protein intake was in agreement with or higher than the Dutch recommendations. Contribution of carbohydrate intake to total energy intake varied from 40%-63%. Fat intake tended to meet the criteria for a prudent diet (less than 35%). Snacks contributed about 35% to the total energy intake and the bread/cereals and dairy food groups were the most important energy sources. It is concluded that in general there are two major concerns. In those sports in which body composition plays an important role, energy and thus nutrient intake is often marginal. In all groups of athletes intake of carbohydrate is insufficient.
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