The effect of dietary manipulation on iron metabolism and the immune system in elite athletes

Alannah McKay

Research output: ThesisDoctoral Thesis

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Abstract

Improving training availability by minimising the incidence of illness and injury is a priority for elite athletes, as training consistency is a factor known to positively impact performance outcomes. Two critical factors in maintaining good health in athletes are the immune system and healthy iron stores, with nutrition known to play an important role in effectively regulating both systems. The series of investigations presented in this thesis have examined the health implications arising from contemporary sports nutrition strategies employed by endurance athletes, with a specific focus on iron regulation and immune function.
Original languageEnglish
QualificationDoctor of Philosophy
Awarding Institution
  • The University of Western Australia
Supervisors/Advisors
  • Peeling, Peter, Supervisor
  • Pyne, David B., Supervisor, External person
  • Dawson, Brian, Supervisor
Thesis sponsors
Award date2 Nov 2020
DOIs
Publication statusUnpublished - 2020

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