Module 1: Nutritional requirements

Nutrition for sports performance

1. Introduction to the unit
2. Nutrition basics: Nutrients
   1. Carbohydrates
   2. Fat
   3. Protein
3. Water
4. Vitamins
5. Minerals
6. Fibre
7. Components of the diet activity

Nutrition basics: Nutrients

For a diet to be healthy or balanced, it should include the following nutrients in certain quantities:

Macronutrients

• Carbohydrate
• Fat
• Protein

Micronutrients

• Vitamins
• Minerals & Trace Elements

Others

• Water
• Fibre

The first three nutrients in the list (Fat, Protein and Carbohydrate) are known as macronutrients. Vitamins and minerals are known as micronutrients.