Taurine supplementation has garnered attention for its potential benefits in athletic performance, although research findings are mixed....

During endurance training or competitions, many athletes consume carbohydrates (carbs) as a strategy to supply quick energy, prevent...

If you’ve been down the grocery store isle or follow nutrition influencers on social media, you most likely have seen endless options of...

Pre-workout drinks are common among many athletes, claiming that they improve their performance in the weight room or on the field, but...

Smoothies are a great way to not only hydrate but to also provide you the nutrients you need to fuel and recover from training. ...

The amount and type of dietary protein athletes need to eat is a controversial topic in sports nutrition.  Protein’s role is to support...

Too often we focus on eating “clean” or “good” foods when training to be able to maintain energy and optimize our recovery. However,...

Depending on the duration and intensity of your training, choosing the right type of sports drink can make a big impact on your hydration...

Energy drinks can give us that extra boost to get through the day at work, school, or even during our workout. We’re not just talking...

Eating around exercise whether it’s endurance or strength training is key to be able to have the energy to complete the workout well and...

Summer training can be challenging due to having to run in the heat and humidity. To avoid risks of running dehydrated and potentially...

Calcium is a mineral found in foods such as milk, yogurt, and cheese, as well as in plant-based foods, such as soybeans, tofu, dark ...

Recently, one of my sports nutrition clients reached out for a follow up appointment to review her diet. Her main complaint was that her...

It’s that time of year again, one day it’s cool and rainy and the next few days it feels like summer, hot and humid. Spring is always a...

As a sports dietitian, anytime I hear athletes fasting as a part of their training my radar goes up due to risks of under fueling,...

Busy work days or managing a household may keep you from eating enough at lunch or skipping it all together, often leading to grazing on...

We often focus on hydration when training in warm, humid conditions due to increased thirst, sweat and electrolyte losses. It’s often...

Dietary protein is the building block for muscle growth and recovery. It also plays a significant role in not only for our muscles, but...

Creatine is one of the most common supplements athletes ask about to either gain muscle mass and/or improve athletic performance and...

What is an adaptogen? An adaptogen helps improve the body’s ability to adapt to environmental stressors such as fatigue related to...