S3719C: Intermittent fasting has gained popularity in recent years. However, emerging research shows that the purported benefits may not hold true: Sport and Exercise Nutrition Coursework, RP

Course : Specialist Diploma in Sport Science and Wellness

CURRENT CONTROVERSIES IN SPORTS NUTRITION

Course Work 1 requires students to examine recent debates in sports nutrition. Students will need skills to compress their findings based on the required word count while maintaining a comprehensive overview of the topic.

Students are to select and write only on ONE of the following topics:

1. Intermittent fasting has gained popularity in recent years. However, emerging research shows that the purported benefits may not hold true. What aspects have recent studies disproven? Despite this new narrative, do the advantages of intermittent fasting out-weigh the disadvantages?

2. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) recommends no more than 2.0 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day for athletes. Although knowing this, many athletes continue to exceed recommendations in order to enhance performance. Do you agree with ACSM’s recommendation or with these athletes?

3. Many athletes are cutting out sugar in their diets due to news regarding the “dangers of sugar”. What are the effects of a low sugar diet on an athlete’s performance? What advice would you give regarding sugar consumption?

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