In today’s world, so many people are fixated on achieving health and wellness. One aspect of overall well-being is ensuring that our bodies are properly hydrated and balanced. Electrolytes, such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium, play a vital role in...
What’s all the buzz about a pre-workout snack? As Registered Dietitians, we know that diet is crucial for athletic performance. Imagine that your body is like a sports car. A fancy sports car needs premium fuel in order to reach maximum horsepower. If you give...
Since the dawn of nutrition, protein has been overlooked when it comes to diet trends. We had the fat scare in the 80s and early 90s, where fat was the bad guy so everything was low fat or fat free. Then in the late 90s and early 2000s carbs became the villain thanks...
A Sports Dietitian’s Take on the Best Carbs for Athletes If you are an athlete, you probably have heard that carbs are an important part of fueling for optimal sport performance. It’s also not surprising that you might be wondering what are the best carbs for...
What are the best vitamins for athletes to take or increase in their diets? If you are working to increase your performance, you may be wondering what the best vitamins for athletes are and whether or not you need them in your supplement regimen or diet. ...