Sports Nutrition Guides

Vitamin B3 and Immunity: What the New Study Found

A University of Minnesota study shows Vitamin B3 enhances Natural Killer cell activity. Here's what that means for immune resilience in active adults.

The Supplement Trust Gap: How to Know What's Worth Buying

The supplement market is nearing $100B. Here's a three-step framework to separate credible evidence from marketing noise before you buy.

How Much Protein Do You Actually Need Based on Your Activity Level?

Your protein needs depend heavily on how much you train. This guide breaks down evidence-based targets by activity level, age, and goal.

Avocado, Healthy Fats, and Performance: What Active Adults Should Know

New research links one daily avocado to lower LDL particle concentration. Here's what that means for active adults and how to put it into practice.

Vitamin D and Inflammation: What 51,000 Adults Reveal

A study of 51,000+ adults links vitamin D deficiency to elevated inflammation, giving active adults a clear reason to check their levels beyond bone health.

Before, During, After: How to Actually Fuel Your Workouts

A science-backed, session-by-session framework for pre-, during-, and post-workout nutrition, hydration, and recovery. Cut through the noise and fuel smarter.

Breakfast, Fitness, and Work Output: The New Evidence

A 2026 study on government employees found breakfast habits, physical fitness, and nutritional status each independently predict work productivity.

Blood Biomarkers Are Now Part of Personalized Nutrition

GenoPalate now combines blood biomarker data with DNA analysis, marking a major shift toward real-time, personalized nutrition beyond generic genetic reports.

Nutrition Science Is Losing Its Funding. Here's Why It Matters

The IFT has warned that proposed US federal grant changes could cut nutrition research funding, slowing the science behind dietary guidelines and supplement recommendations.

Protein Timing: What Actually Matters for Active Adults

How you distribute protein across the day matters as much as the total. Here's what current research actually supports for active adults who train.

Protein and Aging: What the New Science Actually Shows

New research shows older adults need significantly more protein than standard guidelines suggest, with major implications for muscle, bone, and metabolic health.

2026 Is the Year of Protein — Here Are the 3 Numbers That Define It

Protein is 2026's defining macronutrient: a $4.9B market, 57% of consumers prioritizing it, and updated guidelines at 1.2-1.6g/kg. Here's what the shift actually means.

The Supplement Market Is Approaching $100 Billion in 2026

HMB: The Muscle-Preservation Supplement Worth Knowing

HMB is gaining attention alongside creatine in 2026 supplement launches. Here's what the evidence actually shows about who it helps and how.

Fish, Omega-3s, and Inflammation: The 2026 Evidence

A 2026 study finds that how you cook fish matters as much as how often you eat it. High-heat frying degrades EPA and DHA, the omega-3s with the strongest anti-inflammatory evidence.

Immunity, Gut Health and Anti-Inflammatory Supplements Are Booming

A 2026 US study confirms surging supplement sales in immunity, gut health, and anti-inflammatory categories. Here's which ingredients have real science behind them.

Anti-Inflammatory Eating for Athletes: What the Science Actually Says

Anti-inflammatory eating can genuinely support athletic recovery, but the science is more nuanced than any food list suggests. Here's what actually works.

Fruits and Vegetables: Your Pre, During, and Post-Workout Guide

Whole fruits and vegetables are an underrated performance tool. Here's exactly what to eat before, during, and after training for real results.

Doctors Are Sounding the Alarm on Supplement Safety

The American College of Physicians says dietary supplements are dangerously underregulated. Here's what that means for active consumers and how to protect yourself now.

New Sports Nutrition Supplements 2026: Which Ones Actually Work

The 2026 sports supplement market is flooded with new categories. We apply a science filter to postbiotics, electrolytes, and adaptogens to tell you what's worth buying.

Rehydration After Weigh-In: Maximize Fight Day Performance

The 8–24 hours between weigh-in and competition can restore plasma volume and glycogen if you follow a structured rehydration and refeeding protocol.

How to Tell If a Supplement Is Actually Worth Buying

Five practical questions help you separate evidence-based supplements from expensive placebos, covering certification, dosing transparency, research quality, and red flags.

Doctors Want Stricter Rules on Dietary Supplements

The American College of Physicians is demanding premarket FDA approval for supplements. Here's what the proposals mean and how to protect yourself now.

Shatavari Gets Health Canada Approval for Menopause Support

SRI-81 Shatavari earned a Health Canada NPN in July 2026 with five approved claims for peri-menopause and sexual health. Here's what the approval actually covers.