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Performance Nutrition: Fuel Your Body and Mind

Nutrition and diet are critical to overall health. Fueling service members to achieve maximum physical and mental performance goes beyond the basics. The science of Performance Nutrition helps service members get the most out of their meals. 

 

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Performance Nutrition

 

Fuel Your Body

 

Fuel Your Mind

 

Stay Hydrated

 

Supplement Safety

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Jun 22, 2022

Intro Performance Nutrition

Performance Nutrition

As a service member, you need the right fuel to achieve maximum physical and mental performance. Practicing good nutrition plays a major role in helping you lead a healthy lifestyle. For performance nutrition expertise and resources, visit: @HPRC – Human Performance Resources by CHAMP, https://www.hprc-online.org/nutrition/performance-nutrition

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Jun 22, 2022

Supplement Safety - Prohibited List

  Operation Supplement Safety - "What is the "DoD Prohibited Supplement Ingredient List?"

Service members! Before taking a supplement, be sure to check the DOD Prohibited Dietary Supplement Ingredients list to make sure none of the ingredients in the product you're considering are on that list! Check out the list on https://www.opss.org/article/introducing-dodi-613006-use-dietary-supplements-dod!

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Jun 22, 2022

Macronutrients

Macronutrients: Carbs, Proteins, Fats

Carbs, fats, and proteins are the nutrients—or macronutrients—your body needs in large amounts for energy. For a truly balanced diet that will fuel your body to fight throughout the day, ensure you include some of these macronutrients! https://www.hprc-online.org/nutritional-fitness/performance-nutrition/macronutrients-101

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Jun 22, 2022

Fuel for the mission series 4: Fat intake

Performance Nutrition

Fat is an essential nutrient, but not all fats are the same. Choose healthy fats like nuts and seeds, olive oil, and avocados to properly fuel your body. On the other hand, saturated and trans fats can contribute to heart disease, high cholesterol, weight gain, and other health-related illnesses. https://www.hprc-online.org/nutrition/eating ...

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Jun 22, 2022

3 Keys to Optimal Nutrition

 3 Keys to Optimal Nutrition: Balance, Quality, Timing

Fueling your body isn’t always so straight-forward! Not only do you have to choose the right type of food, but you also have to consider when, why, and how! Check out this helpful graphic to find 3 keys for optimal nutrition. https://www.hprc-online.org/nutritional-fitness/performance-nutrition/3-keys-optimal-nutrition

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Jun 22, 2022

Supplement Safety

 Performance Nutrition and Supplements

Dietary supplements can help you get an adequate amount of essential nutrients but should not take the place of foods that are important to a healthy diet. When consuming supplements, be sure to speak with your primary care provider or a registered dietician. Here's more: https://www.opss.org/

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Jun 22, 2022

Fuel for the mission series 3: Hydrated

Performance Nutrition

Prolonged or intense periods of exertion can cause dehydration and loss of electrolytes — such as sodium, potassium, and magnesium. Remember to stay hydrated and drink fluids frequently, even when you are not thirsty. https://www.hprc-online.org/nutritional-fitness/performance-nutrition/basic-hydration-strategies

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Jun 22, 2022

Fuel for the mission series 2: Refuel

Fuel for the Mission 1

Maximize energy stores! Low energy stores = fatigue! It's extremely important to refuel the body with proper nutrients and hydration every 3-5 hours -- energy stores need to be restored regularly to maintain optimal health. Learn more: https://phc.amedd.army.mil/topics/healthyliving/n/Pages/PerformanceNutrition.aspx

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Jun 22, 2022

Eat to Fuel your Performance

Power Plate - eat to fuel your performance

You’ve heard of the food pyramid, but now meet the “Power Plate” 🍽️ This helpful tool provides a guide to create balanced meals for yourself meant to improve your physical and mental performance. Remember, food is more than simple sustenance, it’s #FueltoFight! https://www.hprc-online.org/nutrition/performance-nutrition/power-plate-eat-fuel-your ...

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Jun 22, 2022

Warfighter Nutrition

Warfighter Nutrition

As a service member, proper nutrition can make or break your ability to complete your training or mission and affect your well-being. Take nutrition seriously, and you’ll see the positive effects on your performance. Get started here: https://www.hprc-online.org/nutrition/warfighter-nutrition-guide#home

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Jun 22, 2022

Science and Nutrition

Science and Nutrition

Effective science-based nutrition strategies can optimize your mental and physical performance during training, operations, and routine activities. If you need help getting started, work with a registered dietitian to help you make the right food choices to fuel your mind and body! For more information, start here:https://www.cdc.gov/nutrition/index ...

Last Updated: August 03, 2023
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