We found a match
Your institution may have access to this item. Find your institution then sign in to continue.
- Title
Military nutrition research: Contemporary issues, state of the science and future directions.
- Authors
Karl, J. Philip; Margolis, Lee M.; Fallowfield, Joanne L.; Child, Robert B.; Martin, Nicola M.; McClung, James P.
- Abstract
The importance of diet and nutrition to military readiness and performance has been recognized for centuries as dietary nutrients sustain health, protect against illness, and promote resilience, performance and recovery. Contemporary military nutrition research is increasingly inter-disciplinary with emphasis often placed on the broad topics of (1) determining operational nutrition requirements in all environments, (2) characterizing nutritional practices of military personnel relative to the required (role/environment) standards, and (3) developing strategies for improving nutrient delivery and individual choices. This review discusses contemporary issues shared internationally by military nutrition research programmes, and highlights emerging topics likely to influence future military nutrition research and policy. Contemporary issues include improving the diet quality of military personnel, optimizing operational rations, and increasing understanding of biological factors influencing nutrient requirements. Emerging areas include the burgeoning field of precision nutrition and its technological enablers.
- Subjects
NUTRITION; DIET; NUTRITIONAL requirements; SEX distribution; HUMAN microbiota; FOOD quality; MILITARY personnel; MEDICAL research
- Publication
European Journal of Sport Science, 2022, Vol 22, Issue 1, p87
- ISSN
1746-1391
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1080/17461391.2021.1930192