Healthy fats
02/08/2011 | Written by: uspta
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Healthy fats
Description:
This video is a part of the seminar “From sports beverages to vitamins: how tennis players use supplements,” given by nutritionist Page Love. She discusses why it is important for tennis players to get enough of the good and natural fats such as vegetable fats, fish oils, unsaturated fats and omega 3s.
Tip:
The human body is similar to a machine that needs fuel in order to function. Quality and appropriate fuel makes the machine run even better. Therefore, the foods we eat are extremely important to our lives and especially to the lives of tennis players. They need the right fuel in order to train and perform at high levels.
Healthy fuel for the body includes proteins, carbohydrates and fats. This week’s tip addresses the subject of fats that we must have in our diet. Nutritionist Page Love discusses the amount of fat intake tennis players need in their meal plans and why. She explains that certain fats normalize hormonal regulation, raise metabolism, and help promote healthy skin, hair and bones. She adds that fat is a dense energy source, and it also helps your body absorb antioxidant vitamins.
Fats can be acquired from foods or via supplements. Examples of healthy fats are: avocados, olives, nuts, oil-based salad dressings, nut butters, fish oils, unsaturated fats and omega 3s. People should have at least one tablespoon a day in a healthy diet.
If you want to learn more about fats, proteins, carbohydrates or any other information regarding nutrition, visit TennisResources.com. Enter the word “nutrition” into the Quick Search field or choose our Advanced Search. The search will bring up a variety of videos, articles and audio seminars that will assist in expanding your knowledge in this matter.
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