Questions: 1-Review the 2 position papers “Nutrition and Athletic Performance” and “Exercise and Fluid Replacement”. For each paper, identify and describe two Grade II (or “B”) and one Grade III (or “C”) recommendation. What differentiates these two levels of evidence grading from a Grade I (or “A”) recommendation? Find the papers in the attachment. 2-Why is it important to implement evidence-based grading to statements when providing information in a position paper and making nutrition recommendations? How can the field promote the availability of more Grade I (or “A”) recommendations? 3-In the powerpoint file, titled “Sports Nutrition Research Examples”, review the 4 study abstracts (listed on the 4 slides). List what type of study design was implemented for each study (i.e. experimental, epidemiological/observational, case study, etc.). Explain your rational for assigning each category.

Questions:
1-Review the 2 position papers “Nutrition and Athletic Performance” and “Exercise and
Fluid Replacement”. For each paper, identify and describe two Grade II (or “B”) and one
Grade III (or “C”) recommendation. What differentiates these two levels of evidence
grading from a Grade I (or “A”) recommendation? Find the papers in the attachment.

2-Why is it important to implement evidence-based grading to statements when providing
information in a position paper and making nutrition recommendations? How can the
field promote the availability of more Grade I (or “A”) recommendations?

3-In the powerpoint file, titled “Sports Nutrition Research Examples”, review the 4 study
abstracts (listed on the 4 slides). List what type of study design was implemented for
each study (i.e. experimental, epidemiological/observational, case study, etc.). Explain
your rational for assigning each category.