Oats are a staple of my diet – featured in my morning oatmeal or muesli, and often incorporated into bars or desserts. Not only are oats inexpensive and versatile, but they offer a host of health benefits. Research shows that oat fiber (beta-glucan) can help lower cholesterol, and antioxidant compounds in oats can help decrease […]
Category Archives: Sports Nutrition
Energy Bars: What to Look For, Real Food Alternatives, and How to Make Your Own
Energy bars are popular with many athletes because they are a quick and convenient source of calories that are easy to eat during workouts or as a handy snack. Although for the most part, real food is often better and preferable nutrition-wise, energy bars can good to have on hand. Traveling, training camps, and races […]
Sports Nutrition
Beyond some of the articles featured below, here are some other areas of sports nutrition on my website that might interest you. Nutrition Strategies for Health and Optimal Performance Sheila’s Sports Nutrition Articles Sports Nutrition Research Updates Sports Nutrition Resources Featured Articles Below you’ll find articles I’ve written and links to other articles I’ve come across […]
You Carefully Fuel your Workouts, but How Does the Rest of your Diet Stack Up?
Most athletes know that they should pay attention to choosing the right foods and beverages to help fuel workouts and promote recovery, but when it comes to their overall diet, there seems to be more variability. While some athletes make healthy eating a priority, others have a more cavalier attitude, thinking their hours of training somehow cancels out […]