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I’m working on a nutrition multi-part question and need support to help me learn.

1. Meggan is a 15-year-old soccer player. She is very athletic, plays midfielder, and is noted for her speed and endurance. She has been trying to lose a few pounds to achieve a more comfortable playing weight and therefore has decreased her carbohydrate intake from 65% of her total daily caloric intake to 40%. Lately, she has been feeling fatigued in the middle of her 2- to 3-hour practices and weekend games, which is affecting her performance. Meggan’s coach has suggested that she bring a water bottle filled with a sports drink to their next practice. However, Meggan dislikes the taste of sports drinks and decides to find an alternative. She enjoys juices of any kind; therefore, the following Saturday she fills her water bottle with orange juice and drinks diligently throughout the practice. Halfway through practice, instead of feeling tired, she is nauseous and has intestinal cramping.

A. What are the possible causes of Meggan’s earlier-than-usual fatigue?

B. What dietary suggestions might you give to Meggan to get her back to peak sport performance?

2. Justin is a 35-year old 165 lb, recreational weight lifter. His goal is to build lean mass and lose fat mass. He is interested in knowing what to consume for recovery after his workouts, since he lifts 5-6 days per week. He is currently drinking a recovery shake that contains 45 grams of protein and 20 grams of carbohydrate.

A. How much carbohydrate does Justin need AFTER his workouts for optimal recovery?

B. Should he continue drinking his recovery shake?