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Phytonutrient Power!
What exactly are phytonutrients, and why should we be eating more of them? This blogs dives into all things fruit and vegetables, and shares some pretty shocking research into just how powerful our 5 a day can actually be!
How Does Alcohol Affect Recovery?
Exploring how alcohol can affect recovery. More common in team sports than individual, having a glass of wine or beer after sport is definitely having a detrimental affect on recovery, and therefore performance. In this blog we look at the reasons why.
Timing Your Iron Intake for Optimal Performance.
Timing your iron intake for optimal performance. This blog looks at the importance of iron for an athletes performance and well being, the differences between heme and on-heme iron, and how exercise can effect absorption.
The Causes of Muscle Cramps.
The causes of muscle cramps. A blog which explores the “mystery” of cramps, and the several risk factors which can contribute to experiencing them.
Protein Requirements for Masters Athletes.
Protein requirements for Masters athletes. This blog looks at how daily and post exercise protein requirements change with age.
Best Nutrition Strategies for Rapid Recovery.
Best nutrition strategies to help with rapid, acute recovery. This blog first looks at what is considered “good recovery”, and then details the nutrition interventions which can assist this.
Fuelling Performance Through a “Food First” Approach.
Fuelling performance through a “food first” approach, explores why a balanced diet should form the foundation to any athletes nutrition. We look at the allure of supplements, the potential pitfalls of relying on them, and how we should not ignore nourishing, fresh food to achieve athletic success.
What Determines a Protein’s “Quality”?
Understanding what determines the quality of protein, and the types of foods which are deemed “high quality”. This blog also looks at why a high quality protein is important to stimulate muscle protein synthesis, and how this can help an athlete achieve their potential.
What Causes “Leaky Gut”, and How Does it Impact Performance?
What causes leaky gut, and how does it impact performance. A blog which explores the factors which contribute towards this unfortunate condition, and more importantly looks at a number of tips which athletes can implement to combat “leaky gut” and prevent it happening again.
Multi-transportable Carbohydrates (Part 2). Why They Enhance Performance.
Multi-transportable carbohydrates, and why they enhance performance. In this blog we explore how multi-transportable carbohydrates can enhance performance, and the benefits for using them during endurance exercise.
What Are Multi-transportable Carbohydrates?
What are multi- transportable carbohydrates? Exploring how different carbohydrates are absorbed into the blood stream, and how utilising different transporters enables athletes to absorb greater quantities.
Are Antioxidants Really Needed After Exercise?
Are antioxidants really needed after exercise? This explores new research suggesting that large quantities of antioxidants can disrupt the bodies natural adaption process.