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

Fibre

Fibre is not really a nutrient, but it is still essential as part of a healthy diet. Fibre is actually the parts of food that cannot be properly digested, such as the stalks of broccoli, the outer shell of sweet corn. Although fibre has no energy value, it does help clean the digestive system, helping it work properly.