Author : Mark Tarnopolsky
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 364 pages
File Size : 26,71 MB
Release : 1998-11-23
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780849381942
Gender Differences in Metabolism: Practical and Nutritional Implications is the first book to successfully integrate nutritional science, exercise physiology/medicine, and metabolism. This volume explores recent scientific evidence that male and female athletes exhibit different metabolic responses and, therefore, differ in their nutritional needs and advice. Anyone interested in good health, exercise, and nutrition will find this book a valuable resource.
Author : Anthony C. Hackney
Publisher : Springer
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 35,80 MB
Release : 2016-11-09
Category : Medical
ISBN : 3319445588
It is well-established, through extensive peer-reviewed published research, that physical activity and exercise training can impact the reproductive endocrine system of women. This ground-breaking, comprehensive title presents a range of unique insights into the opposite question: how the reproductive endocrine system of women affects their exercise ability. More precisely, the thematic question explored in this work is: if exercise affects reproductive hormones, conversely then could the reproductive hormones have physiological effects unrelated to reproduction that influence the capacity of women to exercise? In exploring this question, the goal is to better understand the unique physiology of women and whether female sex hormones might account for some of the variance in physiological performance between amenorrheic and eumenorrheic women, and within women across the age span as they experience menarche to menopause. Sex Hormones, Exercise and Women: Scientific and Clinical Aspects synthesizes the research by exploring the physiology and psychology behind these occurrences. This novel title will not only be of interest to researchers, exercise scientists, graduate students, and clinicians; it will also serve as a source of valuable information for female athletes and their trainers in the context of preparing for competitions.
Author : Catherine M. Gordon
Publisher : Springer
Page : 187 pages
File Size : 37,2 MB
Release : 2014-10-28
Category : Medical
ISBN : 148997525X
This is the first book of its kind to focus solely on the female athlete triad - its origins, its recognition, and most importantly, its management. Since the symptoms themselves cover a range of medical specialties, chapters are written by experts in a number of relevant fields - sports medicine, orthopedics, endocrinology, and pediatrics - with an eye toward overall care of the young female athlete. Additionally, each chapter includes suggestions on how to educate and communicate with young athletes and their parents, as well as trainers and coaches, on how to manage the illness outside of the direct clinical setting. The female athlete triad is often seen in sports where low body weight is emphasized, such as gymnastics, figure skating, and running, though it can appear in any sport or activity. The interrelated symptoms - eating disorders, amenorrhea, and low bone mass - exist on a spectrum of severity and are serious and potentially life-threatening if not properly treated. Psychological problems, in addition to medical ones, are not uncommon. The Female Athlete Triad: A Clinical Guide discusses all of these areas for a well-rounded and in-depth approach to the phenomenon and will be a useful reference for any clinician working with female athletes across the lifespan.
Author : Institute of Medicine
Publisher : National Academies Press
Page : 448 pages
File Size : 50,71 MB
Release : 1999-09-15
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 0309172810
It is a commonly held belief that athletes, particularly body builders, have greater requirements for dietary protein than sedentary individuals. However, the evidence in support of this contention is controversial. This book is the latest in a series of publications designed to inform both civilian and military scientists and personnel about issues related to nutrition and military service. Among the many other stressors they experience, soldiers face unique nutritional demands during combat. Of particular concern is the role that dietary protein might play in controlling muscle mass and strength, response to injury and infection, and cognitive performance. The first part of the book contains the committee's summary of the workshop, responses to the Army's questions, conclusions, and recommendations. The remainder of the book contains papers contributed by speakers at the workshop on such topics as, the effects of aging and hormones on regulation of muscle mass and function, alterations in protein metabolism due to the stress of injury or infection, the role of individual amino acids, the components of proteins, as neurotransmitters, hormones, and modulators of various physiological processes, and the efficacy and safety considerations associated with dietary supplements aimed at enhancing performance.
Author : Anthony C. Hackney
Publisher : Springer Nature
Page : 554 pages
File Size : 31,16 MB
Release : 2023-06-05
Category : Medical
ISBN : 3031218817
Now in a revised and expanded second edition including seven brand new chapters, this book compiles and synthesizes the latest research and clinical evidence regarding the intricate relationship between sex hormones and the physical activity level and overall health of the female endocrine system across the lifespan. Expert authors from around the world discuss in detail the impact of sex hormones on energy metabolism, cardiorespiratory system, nervous system, and musculoskeletal health, as well as environmental and psychological factors affecting exercise and sexual health. Considerations of the hormonal and physiological changes to the menstrual cycle and in menopause due to exercise receive chapters of their own. New to this edition are discussions of pregnancy, menopause, aerobic endurance training, the transgender athlete, sports performance, and the future of sports and exercise science relating to the active female. Covering a hot topic in sports medicine and science, Sex Hormones, Exercise and Women, Second Edition will be of interest to researchers, clinicians, exercise scientists, and residents and fellows in these areas.
Author : Michitoshi Inoue
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 330 pages
File Size : 37,58 MB
Release : 2013-11-09
Category : Medical
ISBN : 4431683674
Research centering on blood flow in the heart continues to hold an important position, especially since a better understanding of the subject may help reduce the incidence of coronary arterial disease and heart attacks. This book summarizes recent advances in the field; it is the product of fruitful cooperation among international scientists who met in Japan in May, 1990 to discuss the regulation of coronary blood flow.
Author : Naama Constantini
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 23,86 MB
Release : 2013-03-13
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1627033149
Understanding the influence and interaction between physical activity and the endocrine system are of paramount importance in dealing with a multitude of health problems. In Endocrinology of Physical Activity and Sport, renowned physicians and researchers provide a comprehensive and expanded update on the scientific, clinical and practical components of endocrinology as related to sport and exercise. The authors thoroughly review what is known about how such activity effects the endocrine system and how in turn these hormonal responses affect many other organs and systems of the body. In addition, aspects of endocrinology in non-glandular tissue which have endocrine actions are addressed; for example, adipocytes and the release of leptin and related adipocytokines. Further, a wide range of clinically related topics such as athletic amenorrhea, osteopenia, sarcopenia, and hypogonadism are included. This new edition critically integrates what is known about the complex interaction of the endocrine system in the sports context and will again prove immensely valuable to all physicians and clinical investigators treating those active in sports today.
Author : John M. Kinney
Publisher : Raven Press (ID)
Page : 586 pages
File Size : 41,61 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Medical
ISBN :
Explores the relationship of energy metabolism to clinical nutrition and presents insights on energy stores, energy balance and regulation of energy metabolism during the altered metabolic condition of patients in intensive care.
Author : J. R. Poortmans
Publisher : Karger Medical and Scientific Publishers
Page : 315 pages
File Size : 24,72 MB
Release : 2004
Category : Medical
ISBN : 3805576072
This unique volume provides a comprehensive review of the biochemistry of exercise. Written by internationally renowned experts, the publication has been completely revised and updated. The present edition follows the new concepts of applied biochemistry which have emerged recently in the scientific literature. Genomics, proteomics, and metabolomics are nowadays common terms used to the elucidation of gene function, expression of proteins and comprehensive analysis of all the metabolites in a tissue. The major steps of biochemistry are considered in active survey in this new 3rd edition of an already acclaimed publication. The book is a valuable source for all exercise biochemists and physiologists, sports physicians, graduate students in physical education and physical therapy, and postgraduate research fellows.
Author : Karl M. Pirke
Publisher : Springer
Page : 212 pages
File Size : 39,32 MB
Release : 1989-07-31
Category : Medical
ISBN :
Abstract: Altered eating behavior and exercise habits frequently affect the menstrual cycle, particularly in young women. This book summarizes the state of art of knowledge of behavioral effects on reproductive endocrine function. An attempt is made to characterize the hypothalamic pulse generator biochemically and to determine factors which influence hypothalamic pulsatility. These new results are then discussed in view of the malfunctioning of the hypothalamic pulse generator in anorectic and bulimic patients. This book offers a new perspective, i.e. from behavior to hormonal mechanisms, unlike most literature dealing with the relationship from the perspective of hormones to behavior.
