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Pre-Workout Snack Options for Athletes With Diabetes
The incidence of diabetes keeps increasing in the population as more and more people are diagnosed with the disease. There are two types: Type 1, in which the body cannot [...]
The DIY Athlete: Homemade Sports Drinks
Whether you're in the stands or competing in the game, nothing is more satisfying than a cold sports drink to quench your thirst. Unfortunately for athletes on a budget, store-bought [...]
Best Protein Choices
Choose wisely when it comes to protein. Sources that are high in fat, like red meat, dark meat poultry and anything that’s heavily processed inhibit the muscles’ ability to respond [...]
Promote Muscle Growth…By Eating Apples?
The old adage, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” isn’t only applicable to a healthy immune system. According to a new study from the University of Iowa, eating [...]
Pre-Activity Snacks
Instead of heading to practice on an empty stomach, pack and snack so you’re fueled and ready for action. Here, sports nutritionist Amy Jamieson-Petonic serves up some tasty advice for [...]