We’re joined by Anita Bean, registered nutritionist and author, to discuss how to fuel our bodies properly to best support exercise.
We discuss:
The rise in plant-based high-performance athletes
How a plant-based diet can support athletic performance
Is soya harmful or beneficial?
The performance-enhancing effect of caffeine
Pre-workout meals and snacks ... Show More
Today
Hormones, Healthy Mornings & The Truth About Sugar
This week we're answering your questions on some of the biggest areas of confusion in nutrition and wellbeing. We're discussing how diet can support hormonal health, from PCOS and amenorrhea to hormonal acne, and exploring how to care for your microbiome while taking a GLP-1 medi ... Show More
38m 43s
Jul 6
Fixing Brain Rot, The 'Maxxing Obsession & Is Cereal Junk Food?
Is Bran Flakes really junk food? Are our attention spans under threat? And have we reached peak optimisation culture? This week we unpack the government's proposed changes to healthy eating guidelines, which could see breakfast cereals like Bran Flakes classified as HFSS foods, a ... Show More
52m 4s
Jul 2
Food Guilt, IV Drips, Matcha Shortages & Healthy Ageing
This week we're talking about food guilt, supplements and the growing pressure to optimise our health. We explore how to break free from all-or-nothing eating, whether social media is distorting our perception of what healthy living actually looks like, and why some of the most p ... Show More
53m 52s
Feb 2021
The Best Diet for Optimal Athletic Performance
Today on the Nutrition Facts podcast, we explore a variety of nutrient-rich foods that can enhance our workout. This episode features audio from Foods to Improve Athletic Performance and Recovery, Fennel Seeds to Improve Athletic Performance, and Whole Beets vs. Juice for Improvi ... Show More
15m 12s
Feb 2022
How to Fuel Your Body Before A Workout
As a dietitian, one of the most common questions I get asked is, “What do I eat before a workout?” In this minisode, I set the record straight and help you decide how to choose your pre- and post- workout snacks and meals. I also discuss the metabolism of macronutrients, how what ... Show More
23m 23s
May 2023
The Best Diet for Athletic Performance
You run, you jump, you walk. What do you eat? This episode features audio from Why All Athletes Should Eat Plant-Based Diets, Do Alkaline Diets Help Athletic Performance?, and The Gladiator Diet and the First Studies on Vegetarian Athletes. Visit the video pages for all sources a ... Show More
21m 34s
Jan 2018
Macros for Gym Results on Keto with Danny Vega and Brian Williamson
Whether or not a calorie deficit matters, the importance of protein intake for lean muscle mass, how to determine the right fat amount for you, and so much more. TOPICS Does copious fat intake stop fat burning? (25:34) Zero carb workouts (32:49) Feeling flat at the gym (44:12) Ho ... Show More
1 h
May 2024
SNP29: Athletes & Plant-Based Diets – Evidence & Application in Practice
<p>Contemporary society is witnessing a growing interest in, and embracing of, plant-based diets. Numerous athletes are now gravitating towards such dietary choices, motivated by concerns for health, performance or ethics. Consequently, coaches, nutritionists, and other fitness e ... Show More
12m 22s
Jul 2022
What to eat before, during, and after your workout (Reissue)
Food is the fuel that allows you to perform during workouts and recover from them afterward. Get-Fit Guy, Dr. Jonathan Su, provides simple and straightforward advice based on the latest research on how to best fuel for your workouts.Check out these three great recipes from our co ... Show More
6m 55s
Sep 2021
What to Eat Before, During, and After Your Workout
Food is the fuel that allows you to perform during workouts and recover from them afterward. Get-Fit Guy, Dr. Jonathan Su, provides simple and straightforward advice based on the latest research on how to best fuel for your workouts.Check out these three great recipes from our co ... Show More
6m 55s