Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies -  Standalone book (MindTap Course List)
Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies - Standalone book (MindTap Course List)
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ISBN: 9781305627994
Author: Frances Sizer, Ellie Whitney
Publisher: Brooks Cole
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Endurance athletes sweat a lot, so they need to replenish their salt content. Also, during such vigorous physical exercise, the athletes lose water also and this situation can lead to dehydration. Dehydration is not a good sign for the performance and health of an endurance athlete.

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