Tag: athlete nutrition
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Fiber: The Carbohydrate Nobody’s Tracking
Protein and total carbohydrate get tracked closely. Fiber rarely does, even though research links it to microbiome diversity, recovery quality, and illness risk in athletes. This article covers why intake falls short, the protein interaction worth knowing, and a practical daily target.
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Caffeine and Endurance Performance: What the Evidence Supports
Caffeine is among the most consistently supported ergogenic aids in sports nutrition. This article covers the dose range and timing behind that effect, and the CYP1A2 genetic variation that can turn an effective protocol into an ineffective or counterproductive one for a meaningful minority of athletes.