Functional Medicine and Nutrition Virtual Classroom 209

Course overview

Hour 1 *Define and explain the difference between "calories in, calories out" versus the "carbohydrate-insulin model of obesity". *Discuss the causes of increased intestinal permeability in competitive athletes and identify strategies to combat the condition. Identify the energy intake athletes require by calculating their total energy expenditure. *Recall the quality and function of macronutrients and their role in physical performance. *Describe common micronutrient deficiencies seen in competitive athletes and identify strategies to prevent such occurrences. Hour 2 *Summarize the physiological energy and macronutrient requirements of the sprint/power athlete and game-playing athlete. Identify supplement strategies to support the sprint/power athlete and game-playing athlete. *Summarize the physiological energy and macronutrient requirements of the endurance athlete. *Identify supplement strategies to support the endurance athlete. *Outline an effective whole food diet to support competitive athletes.