As a Sports Dietitian, one of the questions I most commonly get from athletes is “Is Gatorade healthy?”. With so many sports drinks on the market, it can be hard to know which one to pick that is the best Gatorade product right for you. In this blog, I will be focusing on Gatorade products …
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Collagen has become a popular supplement on the market and it has an important role in our bodies. Trying to figure out what type of collagen works best for you can be difficult, so I am here to help! In this blog post, we will compare liquid vs powdered collagen, help you determine which is …
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Electrolyte drinks have become increasingly popular among athletes and fitness enthusiasts to replenish lost fluids and minerals during intense physical activity. However, a contentious issue has arisen: should electrolyte drinks have sugar? In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at the debate surrounding sugar in electrolyte drinks and explore the potential benefits and …
There are many different options on the market, and it may be overwhelming to pick the best sports drink. Many things need to be considered when you are picking out a sports drink, including fluid, carbohydrates, and electrolytes, which are the main components of a sports drink. This blog will walk you through what to …
As you may already know, tart cherry juice is an awesome tool to use for recovery, but which one is the best? There are many different options on the market and there are things you should look out for before you choose a product. In this blog post you will find out all about different …
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Have you heard the chatter about tart cherry products for athletes and are curious to learn more? Wondering if you should take tart cherry juice vs the capsules? I got you! In this blog, we will cover what tart cherries are, the forms it comes in, and how they can benefit you as an athlete. …
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One of the most common questions I get from my high school athletes is which granola or protein bars I recommend to help increase energy levels and athletic performance during their busy school day. Protein vs Granola Bar: Is There a Difference? Before we get into it, I want to examine the differences between granola …
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If you’re an athlete who needs an energy drink to get through practice or games, this post is for you. Athletes all over the world use ergogenic aids to meet their performance goals. Caffeinated beverages and caffeine-containing food products are some of the most popular. Though effective, many athletes use these products incorrectly, resulting in …
Picture this: you’ve been killing it in weight and field training, and you make sure to stretch afterwards! You head home after your nighttime practice to make a delicious post-practice meal, then get a restful 8 hours of sleep at night. However, your joints still feel achy even after having a seemingly perfect recovery routine. …
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You often hear of minerals like sodium, potassium, and calcium that are essential to your health. What about magnesium? Magnesium is also an essential mineral that plays a role in over 300 processes in our bodies! While magnesium supplements are becoming more popular, it is possible to for you as a female athlete to get …
