The Athlete's Gut is an in-depth look at a system that plagues many athletes. This guide offers a much-needed resou
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Table of contents :
Introduction
Part 1
GUT FUNCTION AND THE EFFECTS OF EXERCISE
01Gut Anatomy and Physiology
02The Origins of Gut Symptoms
Part 2
NUTRITION AND THE ATHLETE’S GUT
03Energy
04Carbohydrate
05Fat
06Protein
07Fluid and Hydration
08Sodium
09Training the Gut
10Dietary Supplements
Part 3
PSYCHOLOGY AND THE ATHLETE’S GUT
11Stress and Anxiety
12Managing Stress and Anxiety
Appendix A: Gastrointestinal Disorders
Appendix B: Medications Affecting the Gut
Acknowledgments
Notes
Index
About the Author