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What is the role of proteins in the body? And what is one example of a sports performer who needs it?
Growth and repair. Rugby player.
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What is the role of carbohydrates in the body? And what is one example of a sports performer who needs it?
To provide energy. Marathon runner.
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What is the role of vitamins in the body? And what is one example of a sports performer who needs it?
Growth.
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What is the role of fibre in the body? And what is one example of a sports performer who needs it?
Hit helps absurd water from food and aids digestion. Marathon runner.
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What is the role of calcium (minerals) in the body? And what is one example of a sports performer who needs it?
It helps create strong bones and joints. Gymnast.
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What is the role of water in the body? And what is one example of a sports performer who needs it?
It transports nutrients. Runner.
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What is the role of fats in the body? And what is one example of a sports performer who needs it?
It helps transport minerals and store energy. Sumo wrestler.
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What is carbo-loading?
Athletes, such as a marathon runner, will consume a lot of carbohydrates a couple of days before their event to increase the glycogen stores in the muscles and liver. This means the athlete will have a lot more energy to use during the event.
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What is a macronutrient and what are they?
You need them in large amounts. They are carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
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What is a micronutrient and what are they?
You need them in smaller amounts. Vitamins and minerals.
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What is the role of carbohydrates in the body? And what is one example of a sports performer who needs it?

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To provide energy. Marathon runner.

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What is the role of vitamins in the body? And what is one example of a sports performer who needs it?

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What is the role of fibre in the body? And what is one example of a sports performer who needs it?

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What is the role of calcium (minerals) in the body? And what is one example of a sports performer who needs it?

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