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Female Athlete Triad
Interrelated spectrum of low energy availability, menstrual dysfunction, and low bone mineral density in female athletes.
Also: FAT, Triad
Driven by insufficient energy intake relative to training demands. Now broadened to Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), which recognizes effects in male athletes and on cardiovascular, metabolic, immune, and psychological function. Treatment requires increasing energy availability, addressing disordered eating, and managing bone health.
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Krause and Mahan's Food and the Nutrition Care Process, 16th ed. — Chapter 23
Driven by insufficient energy intake relative to training demands. Now broadened to Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), which recognizes effects in male athletes and on cardiovascular, metabolic, immune, and psychological function. Treatment requires increasing energy availability, addressing disordered eating, and managing bone health.
Related terms
Disordered Eating, Osteoporosis, RED-S