Questions from the Field
These articles were produced by the HPRC to provide clarity on popular or potentially confusing issues related to nutrition.
- Iron Deficiency
- Not having enough iron in one's blood can stem from one of three main reasons.
- How should I fuel up on CHO before a workout?
- Whey Protein
- Is there a place for whey protein in human performance optimization?
- Functional Foods
- Research on "functional foods" is complicated by the lack of an agreed-upon definition.
- Internal cleanse products
- HPRC summarizes the research about "internal cleanse" products, such as dietary fibers, herbal supplements and probiotics.
- Staying hydrated during exercise
- Staying hydrated is crucial for optimal performance. But how much should you drink, and when?
- Vitaminwater
- Do we need added nutrients in our water?