Identify an athlete (competitive, recreational, or even simply an “active individual”) who is prepared to be a volunteer and would like an analysis of their current diet.

Identify an athlete (competitive,
recreational, or even simply an “active individual”) who is prepared to
be a volunteer and would like an analysis of their current diet. They
will need to log their food for 3 days, recording all the foods they
eat. In order to produce accurate analyses, the specific food type and
amount consumed (portion, servings) must be accurate. This must be
stressed to the athlete selected.

Appropriately determine your individual’s estimated energy and macronutrient needs
Analyze the adequacy of their actual intake compared to estimated
needs. Use MyFitnessPal or an analysis program of your choice. You must
provide evidence of having completed this, either by submitting the
actual analysis or adequately incorporating the information within your
write-up.
Address the following within your write-up, related to imbalances observed between intake vs estimated needs:

Impact on performance (negative and/or positive) and what is happening within the body
Health problems which may result (excess or deficiencies, short term and long term)
Justify the selection of alternative foods (to include as an improvement over current habits)
Discuss the foods selected and how health/performance will be affected:

Energy levels, strength/power, endurance, recovery time, injury prevention, disease resistance, etc.
Incorporate discussion on the timing of nutrients in your
response (refer to the International Society of Sports Nutrition
Position Stand: Nutrient Timing)
Provide a template (i.e.: at least one day plan) that includes the justification for dietary changes
If your athlete appears nutritionally well balanced, your project
will explain in detail why the foods (and amounts) they consume are
adequate, appropriate, and maximize their athletic performance and
short/long term health

Include all references utilized, which
should be a minimum of 3 peer-reviewed references. Your comprehensive
paper should be written/cited in APA format. This Assignment is due by
Day 4 of Module 8.

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