The Importance of Dietary Fats

Key Points

• Dietary fats increase the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K
• Include monounsaturated fats: avocado, olive oil and nuts
• Omega 3’s (EPA/DHA), anti-inflammatory properties: fish oil/algae oil, fatty fish (salmon), walnuts
• 1g per kilogram of bodyweight of fat per day
• Consume small amounts of fat pre and post match, so they don't interfere with digestion