Folate for athletes Folate is a water-soluble B vitamin (B9) that plays an important role in making DNA. It plays an important role in red blood cell production and tissue repair. Folate is especially important for athletes, who have a high red blood cell turnover rate due to the stresses Read more…
Magnesium from food sources Athlete commomly use magnesium supplements. It is the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body and is necessary for over 300 metabolic reactions, yet athletes often fall short on this electrolyte and crucial micronutrient. Good food sources of magnesium include leafy greens (spinach, chard), legumes, Read more…
Technically, vitamin D is a hormone and found in a few foods, added to others, and made by the body when exposed to UV light. It’s easy not to get enough D and is one of the most common suboptimal nutrients in athletes. When looking for a vitamin D supplement, you’ll see a couple of options.
Gatorade, Vitargo, Roctane, Nuun…the number of sports drinks is dizzying. How are you supposed to know what to drink to support your training and races?! Does it matter what you buy? What should you look for?
Cooking foods at lower temperature for a shorter period of time and minimizing the amount of water will maximize nutrient content of your food. There is no perfect cooking method that keeps all the nutrients but as long as athletes are eating a nutritious, well-rounded diet, you don’t have to sweat it, you’ll get what you need.
Unbeknownst to most people apparently there is an optimal way to organize your fridge.
Staying hydrated is more confusing than ever. Here’s an evidence-based answer to the question: how much should you drink to stay hydrated?
There is a wide range of feelings when it comes to canceled races. You’re allowed to feel upset, stressed, or even happy you’re off the hook. Whatever your emotions are regarding the cancellations, know that they are valid. We can’t change the situation, so let’s make the most of it. Read more…
We’ve all been there, whether it’s a crash, sprain, strain or another ailment, we’ve all been injured. When athletes are sidelined from training they often make a huge mistake- they slash calories. “I’m not training so I don’t need to eat very much.” False. When you’re injured you don’t need Read more…
It’s undeniable that good health is the foundation for optimal performance. Nutrients absorbed from the food you eat are what fuels your body’s processes. Your body can’t function without them, making the interdependency with nutrition inherent. Food affects everyone differently, and genetics is a big reason why.