Sports Nutrition
GLP-1 Use Impacts Declining Obesity Rate
Are Americans more obsessed with weight loss than other cultures? Well, maybe we should be. The obesity statistics are scary. That said, could the obesity rate be on the decline? According to the Gallup National Health and Well-Being Index, after peaking at a record high of 39.9 percent in 2022, the U.S. adult obesity rate ...
Millions Struggle with Glucose Management Worldwide
As carbohydrates and sugar become an even larger part of the modern diet, more people than ever are at risk of developing elevated blood glucose levels. Unfortunately, the signs of high blood sugar, fatigue and frequent feelings of thirst and hunger, can be mild and easily overlooked. A healthy glucose metabolism responds to food consumption ...
Sleep Is Essential for Optimum Athletic Performance
According to the National Sleep Foundation, there is a widespread struggle with sleep. Millions of people experience insufficient sleep and sleep disorders, negatively impacting health, well-being and productivity. In fact, more than one-third of adults sleep less than the recommended seven hours per night, leading to fatigue during the day and a higher risk of ...
CBD Usage Skyrockets Providing Profound, Science-Based Benefits for the Athlete
The use of CBD among athletes is becoming extensive. The Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 (the “2018 Farm Bill”) exempted “hemp” from the definition of “marijuana” so that cannabinoids derived from hemp are no longer controlled substances under federal law. The law sets the THC limit for hemp at “not more than 0.3 percent on ...
Hydration: Critical for Optimal Athletic Performance & Overall Health
Your body depends on water to survive. Every cell, tissue, and organ in your body needs water to work properly. The body uses water to maintain its temperature, remove waste, and lubricate the joints. Good hydration is important for optimal health. Because the body cannot store water, we must constantly supply it with water to ...
Protein: A Vital Macronutrient for Older Adults!
I recently celebrated my 64th birthday. For more than 43 years I have raced endurance events. I am the farthest thing from a world-class endurance athlete. However, world-class athletes are few and far between. Therefore, I believe the information I’m going to present in this article will not only be useful for retailers but will ...
Creatine’s Mass Appeal
Most athletes have heard of creatine and its profound health benefits. Creatine has become one of the most popular performance supplements for athletes and avid weightlifters. It helps introduce more creatine to your body—a substance that plays a role in cellular health and aids in muscle growth. Of all creatine supplements, creatine monohydrate is the ...
The Women Sports Nutrition Category Explodes!
Women’s sports is on the rise – BIG TIME! All you have to do is turn on your TV. Stadiums and arenas are sold out. TV ratings are through the roof. With rock star women athletes like WNBA basketball star Caitlin Clark and Olympic Gold medalist sprinter Sha’Carri Richardson, among others, leading the way, the ...
The Meteoric Growth of the Plant-based Diet
According to the Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA), 70 percent of the U.S. population ate plant-based foods in 2022, up from 66 percent in 2021. In 2022, 60 percent of households bought plant-based foods, with an 80 percent repeat purchase rate across all categories. Consumers are motivated to eat plant-based foods for a variety of ...
Fuel Muscle Growth with a Long-Term Program of Diet & Exercise
For men and women alike, a positive body image is something so many of us want to attain. That often begins with building muscle. Our bodies are equipped with different types of muscles, including skeletal, smooth and cardiac muscles. Building muscle mass refers to the weight of the muscles in the body, or the total ...
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