Nutrition
A Multidisciplinary Healthcare Approach in Athletics
A multidisciplinary, team-based approach in healthcare is a leading strategy to improve patient outcomes, well-being, satisfaction, and cost-effectiveness. It allows for a holistic, well-rounded approach to patient-centered care in managing complex conditions of illness, injury,... more »
Fuel Timing to Optimize Performance
Meal and nutrient timing can be key components of an athlete’s performance and recovery. When it comes to athletic performance, oftentimes the minor details lead to major payoffs. In the context of an athlete’s day,... more »
Fast-Growing Health Care Professions at ETSU
“When students decide they want to go into health care, they typically think of two things – a physician or a nurse. However, if you look at what comprises the health care team, it’s allied... more »
Director of Sports Nutrition Kelsee Gomes Key to Gators’ Offseason
New Florida Gators head coach Billy Napier knows if he wants to see an immediate change on Saturdays, he needs to ensure his athletes are prepared to compete for a full 60 minutes. And it... more »
Carbs to Consider When Building Muscle
When looking to build muscle, most people tend to gravitate toward adding more protein to their diets. And while protein is essential for muscle growth and recovery, it is not the only nutrient that can... more »
When Is The Most Effective Time To Exercise?
Scientists still do not know why the timing of exercise produces different effects. To gain a better understanding, an international team of scientists recently carried out the most comprehensive study to date of exercise performed... more »
Vitamin D and Athletic Performance
A recent research review published in the journal Physical Activity and Nutrition found that having healthy vitamin D levels correlated positively with athletic performance in endurance sports — among other benefits. The researchers performed a... more »
The Truth About Simple & Complex Carbs
Are carbohydrates good or bad? That is the question Barbara Quinn, a registered dietitian nutritionist based in California, attempted to help people answer in a recent article on medicalxpress.com. Below is an excerpt from Quinn's... more »
