Includes bibliographical references and index.

The macronutrients -- The micronutrients and water -- Digestion and absorption of the food nutrients -- Nutrient role in bioenergetics -- M acronutrient metabolism in exercise and training -- Measurement of ener gy in food and during physical activity -- Nutritional recommendations for the physically active person -- Nutritional considerations for inte nse training and sports competition -- Making wise choices in the nutri tion marketplace -- Exercise, thermoregulation, fluid balance, and rehy dration -- Pharmacologic and chemical ergogenic aids evaluated -- Nutri tional ergogenic aids evaluated -- Body composition assessment and spor t-specific observations -- Energy balance, exercise, and weight control -- Disordered eating.