Question

Finally choose the best diet (paleo, keto or vegetarian )for a professional female weight lifter- 185 lbs, 22 years old, S foot 9 inches, 6% body fat, consumes 4000 kcal per day, burns 3000 kcal per day, and give the reason for this diet choice. (Hint- look to "complex" and "triad"). diet

please explain the reasons why with as much details... I'm very confused! please, please, please help

Answer 1

Female athlete triad needs extra energy during their menstrual cycle and for bone mineral density. It is associated with eating behavior, mensural regulation, and stress factors. These challenges overcome with a multidisciplinary approach. Adequate calorie consumption can provide positive energy balance. Adequate energy important for body functions like cellular maintenance, reproduction, thermoregulation especially for female athletes. It needs a positive energy balance.
Total energy expenditure based on total energy intake, diet macronutrient composition, the energy density of the diet. We need to avoid negative energy balance by losing lean tissue if energy restricted too quickly. A ketogenic diet low in calories, high in fat and average in protein fit for weight loss management, it restricts energy for athletes they will prone to dehydration ii increase their emotional distress.
Paleo diet also contains the same low carb it restricts the energy.
A vegetarian diet has sufficient calories to meet protein. a vegetarian diet includes sufficient energy, protein, vitamin B12, iron, and plant-based sources. A vegetarian diet like habitual diet can meet the energy and it provides energy requirement with activity level to meet their goal. vegan athletes achieving sufficient protein through wholefoods. It has been suggested a vegan diet for athletes to meet their carb needs and weight management goals. It is a straightforward and satisfactory option when consuming whole foods. It provides high energy intake through fiber-rich foods to meet macro and micronutrient status.