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Do athletes need fish oil supplements?

In a previous blog we covered briefly what fish oil is and what omega 3 fatty acids are. We also looked at some health claims. Here we...

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Asker Jeukendrup

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Fish oil: what is it?

Fish oil is a dietary source of omega-3 fatty acids which have been linked to various health effects. Omega-3 fatty acids play a role in...

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Asker Jeukendrup

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How to fuel for a marathon

Marathon runners are starting to pay more and more attention to their nutrition. No one ever questions the importance of training, yet...

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Creatine, cognition, and concussion: What does the evidence really show?

Eric Rawson

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Creatine, cognition, and concussion: What does the evidence really show?

Creatine affects muscle but also the brain. Can it be a useful supplement to improve cognitive function or reduce the effects of concussion?

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Asker Jeukendrup

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Creatine and its effects on performance

This post describes the effects of creatine on performance. It is simply a summary of current scientific understanding.

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Asker Jeukendrup

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What causes an athlete’s leaky gut?

The intestine is responsible for absorption of nutrients but also to keep large molecules and germs out of our bodies. It has been...

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Cannabidiol (CBD): Claims, risks and unanswered questions

Graeme Close and Andreas Kasper

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Cannabidiol (CBD): Claims, risks and unanswered questions

Background Cannabis is a herbaceous plant that is perhaps best known for its role as a recreational drug. There is however growing...

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Asker Jeukendrup

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Low bone density in cyclists

There is accumulating evidence to suggest that most elite cyclists have lower bone mineral density values compared with non-elite cyclists.

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HMB magic muscle building supplement or waste of money?

Asker Jeukendrup

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HMB magic muscle building supplement or waste of money?

β-hydroxy-β-methylbutyrate (or HMB) is a popular muscle building supplement. HMB is a metabolite derived from the essential amino acid...

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Can omega 3s “muscle in” on protein synthesis rates?

Olly Witard

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Can omega 3s “muscle in” on protein synthesis rates?

There are many claims now that omega-3 fatty acids can optimise muscle building. But what are the claims based on? is there evidence? The...

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Asker Jeukendrup

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Improving sleep for recovery

Sleep is essential for recovery of the brain and body, yet many athletes have problems falling asleep or may wake up during the night,...

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Asker Jeukendrup

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Contamination of nutrition supplements

Many supplements are manufactured to very high standards, but a significant percentage that are available for purchase, are not.

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Asker Jeukendrup

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Risks of supplement use

Supplements may have benefits in certain situations but they also come with risks. What are the risks and how can we mitigate them?

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Are my iron levels affecting my performance?

Caroline Tarnowski

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Are my iron levels affecting my performance?

What is iron deficiency? How common is it? whom is at risk and how can you measure it?

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Concerns about truth of labelling of supplements and food products

Asker Jeukendrup

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Concerns about truth of labelling of supplements and food products

A nutrition supplement may not always contain what you think it contains. Concerns about nutrition labelling of supplements and the...

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Do ketone esters spare glycogen and improve performance?

Asker Jeukendrup

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Do ketone esters spare glycogen and improve performance?

Are ketone esters really such a magical supplement?

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What you can eat and do to reduce becoming infected with respiratory pathogens like the corona virus

Michael Gleeson

8 min read

What you can eat and do to reduce becoming infected with respiratory pathogens like the corona virus

What is the role for nutrition in reducing infections? Can supplements "boost" immunity?

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Effects of dietary supplements on adaptations to endurance training

Jeffrey Rothschild and David Bishop

3 min read

Effects of dietary supplements on adaptations to endurance training

Supplements such as sodium bicarbonate, beta-alanine, beetroot juice, and caffeine might improve the adaptation to training

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Bryan Saunders

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Beta alanine supplementation

Beta-alanine has become a “must-have” supplement for many athletes, but does the science support the hype?

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Can peppermint improve performance in the heat?

Russel Best

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Can peppermint improve performance in the heat?

Menthol (peppermint) is known for its familiar perceived cooling effect and fresh sensation in the mouth and nose. But can it also improve p

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