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Mre Nutrition And Performance Among Male Armed Services Personnel In Hot Climates, Amanda Orsillo
Mre Nutrition And Performance Among Male Armed Services Personnel In Hot Climates, Amanda Orsillo
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Background & Purpose: Although hydration is the major concern in hotter climates, nutrition status can affect performance. In moderate climates MREs have been validated to meet the standards of the Military Dietary Reference Intakes. However, in hot climates preference of cooler foods and the anorectic effect can cause nutrient deficiencies. The purpose of this review was to examine the effect of the food ration “Meal, Ready-to-Eat” (MRE) on the performance of male armed services personnel in hot climates.
Methods: This literature review included a search of Department of Defense databases with the following search terms: “MREs”, “hot climate”, and “military …