The First Studies on Vegetarian vs. Meat-Eating Athletes
Meat-eating athletes are put to the test against vegetarian athletes and even sedentary plant-eaters in feats of endurance. “In 1896, the aptly name…
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What Is the Gladiator Diet and How Do Vegetarian Athletes Stack Up?
I compare the diets of the Roman gladiator “barley men†and army troopers to the modern Spartans of today. The remains of dozens of Roman […]
Testing Greens and Beets, Two of the Best Brain Foods
Cocoa and nitrite-rich vegetables, such as leafy greens and beets, are put to the test for cognitive function. “The production of NO in the brain [â…
Are Energy Drinks Beneficial?
What effects do Red Bull and Monster brand energy drinks have on artery function and athletic performance? Given the “global popularity†of the mu…
Sports Drinks Are Neither Safe Nor Effective
Commercial influences may have corrupted the American College of Sports Medicine’s hydration guidelines. If you had to name the greatest medical adv…
Water vs. Coconut Water vs. Sports Drinks for Athletes
Coconut water is tested head-to-head against plain water and sports drinks in athletes. As you may know, I’ve previously reviewed the evidence on co…