Protein synthesis underpins adaptations of muscle mass, muscle strength, and all other adaptations to training. Protein quality can be an...

We often read that science has “proven” something…. However, for a scientist this is an immediate red flag, as we should never use the...

In a previous blog we discussed a study that suggested that red wine is good for fat burning. Here we will look into the effects of...

On January 9, 2022, Dr Kevin Tipton passed away. I have written a tribute (click here) to describe my stories and memories of many years...

On the 9th of January 2022 Kevin Tipton, a respected and much loved colleague and friend passed away. His legacy will continue to inspire us

This blog is about current nutrition labels on sports nutrition products and why they are not helpful for athletes. Nutrition labels may...

Exercise training will help health and performance. But will too much exercise do the opposite? This was the topic of debate in the media...

A recent paper (1) studied how a progressively increasing training program affected various measures of health and performance. It...

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

Caffeine is both a drug and a nutrient. A cup of coffee in the morning is used to wake up a cup in the evening is often used to work or...

Should women get different sport and exercise science advice/support than men? The honest answer is that [right now] we just don’t know....

An interesting review (1) was published recently re-igniting the discussion whether women will ever outperform men in ultra-endurance...

The UEFA expert group statement on nutrition in elite football (1) has now been published. After many months of hard work, a sizeable...

10 reasons why I think the nutrition strategy at JumboVisma is unique and successful.

The effect of contraceptive pills are used by female athletes may affect performance. Here the evidence is presented.

Mysportscience has a new look

WorldwideE online Sports Nutrition Conference 13 and 14 June 2020

An alkaline diet, alkaline water, alkalising supplements are often promoted in the lay press as “healthy”. But what is the evidence?

If you shout something loud enough, and with enough confidence, people will listen. Read more about the Dunning Kruger effect.

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