Athletes always look for easy, yummy treats. Not too calorie dense, still somewhat nutritious but also a “real” treat. Here’s one that is pretty easy to do, fits into the […]
Phytochemicals, Herbs and Spices – Health & Performance vs Toxicological Effects
Herbs and spices have been known for their use as flavoring, seasoning, coloring agents and preservatives. More recently, they have also been considered to possess medicinal value. But are there […]
Going with the season…rhubarb
It’s rhubarb season. From April to June it’s a nice add to our menus. Many know rhubarb from rhubarb cakes and crumbles. Recipes combine rhubarb with fruits. Some people make also […]
Can you eat too many vegetables?
While we all know we need to limit processed foods, and should adjust the amount of carbohydrates to training load, people often think they can eat as many vegetables and […]
Nutritional support for cyclists during coronavirus
The Corona virus is also a big challenge for professional cyclists. Radsport-News asked what sports nutrition support looks like during coronavirus. Read the interview here (in German only): Part 1 […]
Why fueling a training is important & making up for it post-training doesn’t work.
Every athlete has done some trainings where energy intake didn’t meet the needs. Sometimes it happens unintentionally, sometimes we do a workout and know it wasn’t enough, so we say: […]
No cookie for you. Is it really normal?
You don’t find it in any nutrition textbook. No scientific paper or position stand ever said: athletes are not allowed to have a slice of cake or should not enjoy […]
When sports nutrition recommendations go beyond sports – Performance nutrition for ICU staff
We think of high performance athletes when we hear sports nutrition recommendations, recovery strategies and fueling plan but there are other people who will benefit from these dietary guidelines and […]
Sports Nutrition. It’s more than Powders, Gels and Pills. It’s more than Solving a Problem.
In the eyes of many, sports nutrition is still a discipline that is built on supplements and sports foods: protein powders, ergogenic aids, sports drinks and energy bars. That’s a […]
Reality Check: Commercials for Immune Health in Covid19 Times
You almost can’t protect yourself from it unless you avoid all media: commercials about products for a strong immune system. It’s not a high-qualitative research study but I thought it’s […]