Sports nutrition
Nutritional information on food packaging is based on the general population with an average daily energy intake of around 2000 kcal. However, for athletes, whose needs are double or even higher, these tables often do not give the full picture. They do not take into account differences in energy expenditure, higher protein and carbohydrate needs, or sodium losses through sweat, which are common during intense exercise.
“Processed” doesn’t automatically mean “unhealthy.” In sports nutrition, processing plays a key role — from increasing stability to precise nutrient dosing. There’s a difference between functional nutrition designed for performance and empty products full of additives and sugar . Learn to differentiate between the two and choose the ones that will actually make you stronger.
Maltitol is currently widely used in most "sports" foods, from protein bars to protein nut spreads. But did you know why it is used, what its function is, and possible pitfalls?
In 2023, the World Health Organization (WHO) included the sweetener aspartame on the list of...
Today we explore CFM protein: what it is, its key benefits, and how athletes and active people can benefit from it. Is it really the most versatile protein?
Have you ever wondered what all has to happen before you can have your favorite protein after a workout or during the day? How does milk become powder and at what stage does the flavor of proteins even get added? This topic deserved a comprehensive review, which we have done for you and written in a popular educational form.
