Effect of acute meal and long-term intake of a Mediterranean Diet providing different amounts of carbohydrates on physical performance and biomarkers in non-professional strength athletes.
Int J Food Sci Nutr
; 75(6): 609-621, 2024 Sep.
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ABSTRACT
The study aims to evaluate the effect of an acute meal and long-term intake of Mediterranean Diet (MD) on different parameters such as strength, physical performance, body composition and blood markers in a group of non-professional athletes who practice a strength activity. Thirteen volunteers completed two 8-week dietary interventions in a randomised, cross-over design. Also an acute study was performed. Subjects received a MD High in carbohydrates, characterised by at least five portions of pasta/week and an average 55-60% of daily energy derived from carbohydrates, versus an MD reduced in carbohydrates, with less than two portions of pasta/week and an average of 40-45% of daily energy provided by carbohydrates. Mainly, data did not show significant differences for the parameters analysed, except for Elbow Flexor maximum voluntary contraction (p = .039). Results enlighten that increasing total carbohydrates intake, as typically in the MD, does not negatively affect physical performance, body composition and strength.
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01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Composición Corporal
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Carbohidratos de la Dieta
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Biomarcadores
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Estudios Cruzados
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Dieta Mediterránea
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Atletas
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Comidas
Límite:
Adult
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Female
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Humans
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Male
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En
Revista:
Int J Food Sci Nutr
Asunto de la revista:
CIENCIAS DA NUTRICAO
Año:
2024
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Article
País de afiliación:
Italia
Pais de publicación:
Reino Unido