Nutrition for Health and Performance, 2000: Nutritional Guidance for Military Operations in Temperate and Extreme Environments.
Abstract
The technical note, Nutrition for Health and Performance, 2000: Nutritional Guidance for Military Operations in Temperate and Extreme Environments, is intended as a guide and reference for U.S. military small unit commanders and NCOs. Included are descriptions of all military rations, information on ration nutrient content and fortification, and ration composition. In addition, nutritional guidance is provided for specific military scenarios: heat, cold, and altitude as well as temperate environments. Specific guidance on intake of fluids in all military operations and under various environmental conditions is provided. Additional chapters and appendices discuss the use of supplements and the function and sources of nutrients.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1999
- Accession Number
- ADA371810
Entities
People
- Beverly Patton
- Harris R Lieberman
- Scott Montain
Organizations
- United States Army Research Institute of Environmental Medicine