special popualtions Flashcards
1
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Vegetarian protein sources
A
milk and milk products, eggs, pulses, quorn,tofu, soy protein
2
Q
vegan proteins
A
plant proteins can lack all essential amino acisds and it may be necessary for vehans to increase protein by 10%
3
Q
iron in vegetarian diet
A
less bioavailability, plany foods contain non-haem iron which is not absorbed as well
4
Q
creatine and vegetarians
A
main natural sources are in animal products. It’s suggested that vegetarians may benefit from ergogenic aid of supplementation
5
Q
Young athletes
A
- may need extra energy energy due to increased growth. children expend more energy relative to body weight compared to adults.
6
Q
young athlete protein requirements
A
higher than adults
