Eat Well, Sleep Better: Nutrition Tips to Optimize Rest and Performance
Nutrition and sleep work together to support recovery and athletic performance. Learn how meal timing, macronutrients, micronutrients and stimulants affect rest.
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Protein Powder: Your Scientific Ally for Recovery and Performance
Protein powder is a practical source of essential amino acids that can support muscle protein synthesis, recovery and training adaptations when tot...
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Carbohydrate Timing During Exercise: Fewer or More Intakes?
Carbohydrates during exercise have well-established benefits, especially in endurance sports. This article reviews intake timing.
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Everything you need to know about curcumin supplementation
Curcumin has attracted growing interest in health, nutrition and sport. This article reviews its potential applications.
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The 3R Rule of Sports Nutrition for Post-Exercise Recovery
The 3R recovery rule combines rehydration, carbohydrate replenishment and tissue repair with protein and selected antioxidant-rich foods.
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Curcumin Supplementation in Physically Active People
How curcumin may affect inflammation, muscle damage, soreness and recovery in physically active people, including formulations and dosing considera...
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Nitrates and Cardiovascular Health: Potential Allies?
Natural dietary nitrates can increase nitric-oxide availability and may support blood pressure, endothelial function and other cardiovascular-healt...
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Contamination in Nutritional Supplements: Why Anti-Doping Certification Matters
Undeclared substances in sports supplements can cause inadvertent doping and health risks. Independent batch testing helps athletes choose safer pr...
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Sports Drinks and Muscle Cramp Prevention
What causes exercise-associated muscle cramps, the roles of sodium and neuromuscular fatigue, and how carbohydrate-electrolyte drinks may help.
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Lactoferrin Supplementation for Physically Active People
How lactoferrin supplementation may influence immunity, inflammation, iron metabolism, recovery and performance in physically active people.
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Lactoferrin: What Benefits Does It Offer Athletes?
Lactoferrin may support immune function, iron regulation and respiratory health, with potential benefits for athletes at risk of infection or iron ...
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The Importance of Combining Different Types of Carbohydrates During Exercise
Combining glucose- and fructose-based carbohydrates can increase absorption and oxidation during prolonged exercise, helping athletes sustain highe...
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