Disorders and deficiencies in athletes or sports enthusiasts can significantly impact performance, recovery, and overall health. Some common issues are mentioned below.

• Iron Deficiency Anemia: Due to increased iron demands from rigorous training, blood loss through gastrointestinal bleeding or injuries, and insufficient iron intake from nutrition, athletes, especially endurance athletes, are more likely to develop iron deficiency anemia. Symptoms may include fatigue, weakness, and reduced endurance.
• Female Athlete Triad: This syndrome is characterized by three interrelated components: low energy availability, menstrual dysfunction, and low bone mineral density. It frequently comes from insufficient calorie intake, intense exertion, or a mix of the two
• Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S): Previously known as the female athlete triad, RED-S affects both male and female athletes. The detrimental impacts on metabolic rate, hormone function, bone health, and immunological function result from inadequate energy intake compared to the energy demands of training.
• Vitamin D Deficiency: For healthy bones, a functioning immune system, and healthy muscles, vitamin D is essential. A vitamin D shortage may affect athletes who practice indoors or who reside in areas with little access to sunlight, impairing their athletic ability and raising their risk of stress fractures.
• Overtraining Syndrome: Performance declines, ongoing weariness, and an increased risk of accidents and infections are the hallmarks of this condition. It happens when the equilibrium between training stress and recovery is upset, resulting in a persistent inflammatory state and hormonal abnormalities.

Eating Disorders: Athletes who participate in sports emphasize aesthetics or leanness, and this may lead to eating disorders. These illnesses can seriously harm both physical and mental health, as well as hinder athletic performance.