Special Operators perform missions in stressful and demanding conditions. These specialized military missions present some unique metabolic challenges, and Operators must be properly fueled to ensure mission success. This webinar will review the main factors to consider when feeding the Special Operator. The impacts of sleep deprivation, environmental conditions, type of mission, traumatic brain injury, and hormone optimization will be considered. Attend this webinar to learn how Performance Dietitians fuel Special Operations Warfighters so they can be successful in these essential missions.
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss proactive, active, and reactive interventions as they relate to feeding Special Operators.
- Review the impacts of environmental conditions and type of mission on an Operator’s nutritional needs.
- Explain the considerations for traumatic brain injury, Operator Syndrome, and environmental exposures in Special Operations nutrition.
- Discuss the important biomarkers to track over time to promote Special Operators’ long-term health.
