Iron Deficiency in Athletes: Signs Beyond Fatigue
Iron deficiency is one of the most common hurdles athletes face, and its symptoms extend far beyond fatigue and decreased endurance. While these are two…
Supplements
What Electrolytes Do: The Hidden Power Behind Performance Nutrition
Most athletes think of hydration as just “drinking more water.” However, what separates good athletes from great ones is understanding what electrolytes do and how they…
Collagen is good for…?
What is collagen? Collagen is a key building block of connective tissue and one of the most abundant proteins in the body. It provides structure…
Should You Be Taking a Greens Powder?
Recently, Greens powders have been popularized by influencers on social media as the latest and greatest product claiming many health benefits. So naturality has been…
Omega-3s for the Athlete
Omega-3 fatty acids are essential fatty acids, meaning our bodies are unable to make them on our own and must get them in through our…
Spice It Up: Turmeric and Managing Inflammation in Athletes
Used for thousands of years in India and Southeast Asia, the turmeric plant has been used as a spice for flavoring dishes such as curry…
Do I Need an Energy Drink?
As a dietitian, I often get asked how to curb the mid-day energy slump or generally how to have more energy throughout the day. The…