I wrote this article in 2012, and since the science of nitrates in vegetables on health and athletic performance has continued to evolve, with many promising studies. See this page for newer updates on dietary nitrates, sports performance, and health. One race morning, I noticed my XC Ottawa teammates Karl and Megan drinking beet juice. […]
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The Iron Needs of Athletes: Who Needs More, and How to Get it Through Your Diet
Iron is essential for life – every cell in your body needs iron to function. Understandably, athletes are often concerned about iron, because iron is part of hemoglobin in blood and myoglobin in muscles, helping deliver oxygen to cells. Low hemoglobin can result in fatigue and decreased aerobic capacity, leading some athletes to assume that […]