Protein is best eaten regularly through a balanced diet. Despite some of the bad press fat receives, it is an important fuel source. The body needs fat for absorbing fat-soluble vitamins, for proper hormone functioning, and as a concentrated energy source. Fat is used for low-level activity or exercise that's long in duration. Like all other nutrients, it is important to find a balance between enough, but not too much fat.
Fat sources are generally easy to find.
Oil, salad dressing, and butter are some examples. Fat is readily found in fried foods, cakes, cookies, and chips. Shortly before your activity, fat should generally be consumed only in small quantities. Fat takes the longest to be digested and may cause stomach pains or cramping if eaten too closely to your activity. Vitamins and Minerals Vitamins and minerals serve many functions in the body.