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SPORTS NUTRITION
Carbohydrates that
release energy
slowly support
balanced energy as
well as productquality
attributes
like taste and
texture.
Beneo
for example,
is a low-glycemic carbohydrate sourced
from sugar beet that provides full carbohydrate energy
in a more balanced way. It works well in baked goods.
" It supports energy and mood due to its slow release
of glucose, which avoids the typical sugar spike and
crash, " said Kyle Krause, regional product manager,
functional fibers and carbohydrates, North America,
Beneo. " Isomaltulose can be easily used instead of sugar,
gram for gram, in many snacks like baked goods and
other grain-based products. It provides a slow release of
energy, leading to a more balanced energy supply for the
body without giving up the technical or sensory effects
of sugar in the baked good. "
Isomaltulose has been shown to provide other benefits,
such as increased fat burning and support of weight
management. It has also been observed that the carbohydrate
energy provided by isomaltulose can support
memory and enhance mental well-being.
" It provides a natural sweetness approximately half
that of sucrose, along with similar texture benefits as sucrose, "
Mr. Krause said. " With a very low hygroscopicity,
isomaltulose also helps to prolong shelf life, particularly
for sweet goods' glazes/icings, and thus also for the
sweet goods themselves. "
Protein and carbohydrates may loom large for those
interested in rebuilding muscle and having sustained,
stable energy, but other nutrients are important too.
" Iron is an essential mineral that supports healthy red
blood cells and physical performance, " Mr. Ciappio said.
Studies show that athletes experience greater iron loss
on a daily basis compared to the general population, and
the Institute of Medicine states that those who exercise
regularly require 70% more of it.
" Iron deficiency, particularly among women, is one of
the most common nutritional deficiencies in the country,
impacting nearly one in 10 American women aged
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20 to 49 years, " Mr. Ciappio said. " This is why ensuring
adequate intakes of iron is critical for athletes, particularly
female athletes. "
Maintaining bone health is important to prevent injuries
in physically active people. Fortification with tricalcium
phosphates provides calcium and phosphorus,
nutrients that promote tissue and bone health.
" Tricalcium phosphate fortification can be part of
a larger blend of mineral ingredients or by itself, " said
Amr Shaheed, technical service manager, food applications,
Innophos Inc.
Making nutrients available
It isn't just about fortifying products with all of these nutrients.
Formulators must also make them readily available
to the body to absorb.
" One overlooked aspect of nutrition is that of bioavailability,
which can be impacted not only by the specific
nutrient form, but also the presence of compounds
in foods that may limit absorption, " Mr. Ciappio said.
" So called anti-nutrients, such as phytates and oxalates,
are commonly found in plant-based foods that are often
popular among athletes. "
Phytates, for example, may impact iron absorption.
According to a study published in the American Journal
of Clinical Nutrition, just 10 mg of phytate decreased
iron absorption by 60% in human trials.
" There are several options for minerals that are
manufactured to be more bioavailable than traditional
products, either via patented production methods or
by adjusting the carrier, " said Jenn Adams, business development
manager, International Food Products Corp.
" Medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) oils also have their
place in baked goods and snacks for the sports nutrition
market. Made popular through the keto diet market,
MCT oil offers many potential health benefits. "
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