360-Degree Active Living and Health Project: Sixth Session Held

The sixth session of the community contribution project themed "360-Degree Active Living and Health" was held on December 16, 2024 in the Term 3 Auditorium of Suleyman Demirel University Faculty of Medicine. The session on the topic of "Nutrition for Athletes" addressed nutrition for athletes and individuals engaging in recreational sports, as well as macronutrient and micronutrient topics. Participants gained knowledge about proper nutrition methods during sports and exercise activities.

The session, conducted through a presentation by Res. Asst. Dr. Görkem KIYAK from the Department of Sports Medicine, also covered the role of glycemic index in athlete performance, carbohydrate loading in athletes, carbohydrate-containing sports beverages, and proper protein and lipid sources. The event concluded with important information that will aid athletes in proper nutrition.

The program was successfully completed with responses to participant questions and feedback. The seventh and final session of this seminar series will be held on December 23, 2024 at 3:30 PM in the Term 3 Auditorium of the Faculty of Medicine with the title "Ergogenic Aids in Athletes."