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Current recommendations should be used as a basis for an individualized approach to nutrition for female athletes.
Coaches and nutritionists should customize nutrition plans for female athletes based on individual needs and menstrual cycle effects.
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Our overarching recommendation is to use current recommendations as a basis for adopting an individualised approach that takes into account athlete specific training and competition goals whilst also considering personal symptoms associated with the menstrual cycle.
Why this rating
The recommendation is based on a synthesis of current evidence.
Source
Fuelling the female athlete: Carbohydrate and protein recommendations
Daniel R. Moore et al. · European Journal of Sport Science · 2021
DOI 10.1080/17461391.2021.1922508
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