Elite Finnish female endurance athletes who added muscle and lost body fat improved their endurance performance. A key message: Don't lose fat at the expense of losing muscle! pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4096…

"In conclusion, there were no differences between the energy drink versus caffeine-matched control. The evidence from the current investigation suggests that caffeine is the primary driver of any benefit(s) derived from energy drinks." #OpenAccess nsuworks.nova.edu/neurosport…

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This #OpenAccess review suggests ~65% of ultra-runners are at risk of REDs due to intentional food restriction + high-volume training, Consulting with a sports dietitian & eating-disorders therapist could be a performance-enhancing plan!!! pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…

Is it okay for athletes to drink whole milk? In this prospective study that monitored >3,000 young adults for 25 years, whole milk drinkers had lower coronary artery calcification and BMI: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4102…

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Competitive cyclists and runners may think they are eating enough carbs during events, but they commonly fall short. How much better could they perform? #OpenAccess onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/…

Weight-conscious athletes commonly use artificial sweeteners but worry if they cause cancer. This #OpenAccess review shows no connection between cancer and non-sugar sweeteners. advances.nutrition.org/artic…

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"Currently there is no evidence that athletes require a greater dietary sodium intake day-to-day, due to regulation of sodium losses via the kidneys and sweat glands." #AlanMcCubbin performancenutrition.biomedc…

According to this study "The impact of menstrual cycle phase and symptoms on sleep, recovery, and stress in elite female basketball athletes," lack of sleep is more detrimental to performance than menstrual cycle symptoms. #OpenAccess pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/4106…

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Contrary to what many athletes believe, peanut butter is health protective and lowers risk of heart disease. It is not inherently fattening. Don't "try to stay away from" this popular sports food jn.nutrition.org/article/S00…

Despite popular belief, vegetarian diets may not increase longevity. This #openaccess review article explains we need unbiased research. For example, most vegans are women. Women are known to live longer than men. maturitas.org/article/S0378-…

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We need to think not only about nutrient density but also about food's carbon footprint. This factsheet suggests dairy products, eggs, and fatty fish are nourishing options with a low environmental footprint. eda.euromilk.org/wp-content/…

While a nutrient-dense diet can optimize immune function, so can moderate intensity exercise (as opposed to prolonged or strenuous exercise), Exercise workload is a key determinant of immune health. #OpenAccess pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…

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Vegan diets may contribute to improved metabolic health, but they can also lead to deficiencies in B12, iron, zinc, and omega-3 fats. Consulting with a @PINESOrg sport dietitian could resolve those deficiencies. #OpenAccess pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/article…

@PINESOrg sport dietitians: This survey of female athletes suggests most are willing to participate in research studies -- but lack the opportunity to do so. Perhaps you can create that opportunity? journals.humankinetics.com/v…