Taking your lumps: the latest research says sugar won't hurt your health and may even help your performance

Article Abstract:

Several recent studies have debunked the belief that eating sugar causes diabetes, hypoglycemia, hyperactivity and other diseases. There is no truth to the widespread belief that sugar causes a rush, then a drop in energy. In fact, athletes may benefit from a moderate intake of sweets.

Health aspects, Research, Sugar, Diet, Sweeteners, Diet in disease

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Are you going to swallow that?

Article Abstract:

Six commonly-held myths about sports nutrition are examined. The information provided includes: vitamins do not provide energy, some dietary fat is necessary in an athlete's diet, carbo-loading should not be an excuse to overeat, alcohol and coffee are only slightly diuretic.

Nutrition, Nutritional requirements

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Alternative energy sources

Article Abstract:

Fluid-replacement drinks are best for athletes who workout more than one hour per day and need the added energy boost that a drink with electrolytes would give them. Tips on buying recovery drinks, energy bars and carbohydrate gels are also given.

Purchasing, Buyers Guide, Isotonic beverages, Energy drinks

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