Asker Jeukendrup6 minWhy science does not "prove" anythingWe often read that science has “proven” something…. However, for a scientist this is an immediate red flag, as we should never use the...
Asker Jeukendrup3 minTop 10 blogs on MysportscienceMysportscience was created to help convert the complexities of sports science and sports nutrition into practical implications for...
Carl Langan-Evens4 minMaking weight in sportMaking weight is a global term for the targeted reduction of body mass, which is purported to enhance performance in aesthetic,...
Nathan Lewis4 minDo 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...
Asker Jeukendrup6 minTop 5 protein metabolism publications by Kevin Tipton 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...
Alex Mohr7 minDoes the gut microbiota play a role in exercise performance? Part 1 Most of the microorganisms that live on and inside us are contained in our digestive tract with increasing concentrations generally found...
Asker Jeukendrup4 minWhy nutrition labels are not useful for athletesThis blog is about current nutrition labels on sports nutrition products and why they are not helpful for athletes. Nutrition labels may...
Asker Jeukendrup13 minHow 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...
Asker Jeukendrup5 minThe myth of superfoodsSuperfoods are everywhere but what are they? It turns out that it is just a marketing term for foods with high nutrient densities.
Asker Jeukendrup5 minCreatine and its effects on performance This post describes the effects of creatine on performance. It is simply a summary of current scientific understanding.
Jose Areta4 minWhat are the effects of low energy availability on health and performance?In a previous blog-post we defined what energy availability is and what typically is considered to be ‘low energy availability’ (LEA)....
Asker Jeukendrup4 minHow can you treat or prevent cramps?Muscle cramps during exercise can drastically affect performance and are a common problem amongst endurance athletes. These cramps are...
Asker Jeukendrup3 minMastermind - Round 2Do you want total your sports nutrition business to the next level? Do you want to Continue to learn? Do you want to know more about the...
Asker Jeukendrup5 minWhat 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...
Jose Areta4 minWhat is low energy availability in athletes?What are the ‘relative energy deficiency in sport’ (RED-S), the ‘athlete triad’ and low energy availability? Definition of concepts and...
Asker Jeukendrup4 minLow bone density in cyclistsThere is accumulating evidence to suggest that most elite cyclists have lower bone mineral density values compared with non-elite cyclists.
Ollie Odell5 minWill women outperform men in ultra-endurance events?An interesting review (1) was published recently re-igniting the discussion whether women will ever outperform men in ultra-endurance...
Ricardo Costa5 minPreventing and managing gut issuesIt is now well accepted that gut complaints during and after exercise are a common issues amongst athletes (Read more here). The primary...
Ollie Odell3 minMilking it, can lactose be useful in sports nutrition?Lactose is a sugar found in milk. Is this type of carbohydrate a good source ion energy during exercise? This blog looks at the results...
Asker Jeukendrup4 minImproving sleep for recoverySleep is essential for recovery of the brain and body, yet many athletes have problems falling asleep or may wake up during the night,...