Nutrition

Supplements, diet trends, and nutritional science

What Changes in an Endurance Athlete's Heart on a Vegan Diet?
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What Changes in an Endurance Athlete's Heart on a Vegan Diet?

A new study compares 80 endurance athletes on vegan and omnivorous diets. Performance is similar, but their hearts and blood look different.

Apr 19, 2026
When Antioxidants Backfire
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When Antioxidants Backfire

The free radicals from exercise are not the enemy — they are the adaptation signal, and new ISSN evidence shows high-dose antioxidants can shut it down.

Mar 20, 2026
Melatonin: The Recovery Supplement Hiding in Your Medicine Cabinet
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Melatonin: The Recovery Supplement Hiding in Your Medicine Cabinet

A meta-analysis of 19 trials reveals melatonin protects muscles during hard training and boosts endurance capacity — but won't help you on race day.

Mar 7, 2026
The Future of Sustainable Protein
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The Future of Sustainable Protein

Plants, fungi, insects, algae, and lab-grown meat. Can they replace the beloved steak or protein shake?

Feb 22, 2026
β-Lactoglobulin: A Superior Protein for Muscle Building?
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β-Lactoglobulin: A Superior Protein for Muscle Building?

Comparing the anabolic potential of leucine-rich β-lactoglobulin and whey isolate protein.

Feb 11, 2026
Precision Fueling for Olympic Biathletes
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Precision Fueling for Olympic Biathletes

How to fuel for both extreme endurance and prime precision?

Nov 27, 2025
Carbohydrate Mouth Rinsing: Does Fueling Status Impact Its Effect?
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Carbohydrate Mouth Rinsing: Does Fueling Status Impact Its Effect?

Swirling a sugary solution to boost exercise and cognitive performance.

Nov 23, 2025