Best Practice for the Use of Supplements (Leaving Cert Physical Education): Flashcards

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Best Practice for the Use of Supplements
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Dietary supplement definition

Product added to diet to make up for a deficiency

Ergogenic aid definition

Substance/method that enhances physical performance (mentally or physically)

Batch-testing certification example

Informed Sport

Food-first philosophy meaning

Prioritise whole foods over supplements

Manufacturing standard for supplements

ISO9001

Strict liability principle

Athlete responsible for all consumed substances

Irish body advising on supplement safety

Sport Ireland

Caffeine timing & dose for performance

2-3 mg/kg 30-60 mins before exercise

Beta-alanine daily dose & duration

3-6g daily for 4 weeks

Protein supplement timing

30 minutes after training

Creatine primary benefits

Increases strength, power, and muscle mass

Beetroot juice benefits in sport

Potential benefits in endurance sports

Antioxidants impact on performance

Limited impact on performance

BCAAs evidence for endurance sports

Limited evidence of benefits

Sodium bicarbonate sport benefits

Potential benefits for high-intensity sports

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