Nutrition for sport

There are about forty-five nutrients that are required for body growth, maintenance and repair. The amounts and types of food you consume have a direct effect on your body's health.

• Carbohydrates especially complex, should be the main source of calories within the diet for optimal health
   
• Excess saturated fat increases the risk of disease
   
• Proteins the building blocks for the body
   
• Fibre, the indigestible bulk in foods
   
• Vitamins necessary for optimum health in correct amounts
   
• Minerals, important in regulating many body functions
   
• Water, a major component for a healthy diet

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