Also, I am confused about fat. In medical reports on physical activity and diet, the bottom lines usually go something like this.
Athletes have the same basic nutritional needs as other healthy people.
They should eat mostly carbohydrates, with plenty of fruits and vegetables. Their primary fat consumption should be monounsaturated fat, like olive oil. Meat should be eaten in small portions. They should drink a couple of glasses of non-fat milk a day to insure strong bones. Vitamin and mineral supplements are normally unnecessary.