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This article will not be about "sports nutrition" i.e. anabolic drugs and various dietary supplements, information about which can be found on specialized resources, and the positive impact of which on the body causes us certain doubts, namely, how to eat regular food while playing sports.

The human body needs to get enough carbohydrates and proteins every day, as well as some fats, vitamins, minerals and plenty of water. The effectiveness of sports activities is associated with a significant activation of protein synthesis in working muscles. The formation of the necessary protein structures that ensure the specific work of the muscles is associated with an increase in gene activity and requires a complete protein diet. In people experiencing great physical exertion, nonessential and essential amino acids in the diet should be contained in certain proportions. Unfortunately, our usual diet does not provide the body with a sufficient amount of easily digestible proteins, especially amino acids, in the required ratio. Therefore, with increased muscular activity, there is a need for additional protein nutrition or the use of special products of increased biological value (with the optimal content of essential amino acids, vitamins, mineral salts, etc.).

The main function of proteins is to form and repair the tissues and cells of the body. Carbohydrates are the main source of energy needed by the body during heavy physical exertion. Fats are the second most important source of energy. During physical activity, more proteins, carbohydrates and fats are required than in their absence.