Recently, there has been an increased interest in the effects of essential oils on athletic performances and other physiological effects. This study aimed to assess the effects of Citrus sinensis flower and Menth... Source: Biomed Central
Monthly Archives September 2016
When its game time, it’s easy to rush the buffet table and let the energy of the moment wash over you! Before you know it however, you’ll be needing to add in more than a few extra workouts of your own to burn off those extra calories! With a few upgrades, you can still enjoy your favorites, and keep your…
Endurance athletes search for diet regimens that will improve performance and decrease gastrointestinal disturbances during training and events. Although the intestine can adapt to changes in the amount and co... Source: Biomed Central
As the leaves begin to turn and the temperature slowly drops, it’s time to start thinking about fall flavors and the benefits of eating seasonally. Our ancestors depended on the bounty of the seasons to fill their bellies and nourish their bodies. Their diets consisted of what could be grown, foraged, or hunted. Now we have access to a wide…
P1 Impact of antioxidant-enriched nutrient bar supplementation on the serum antioxidant markers and physical fitness components of track and field athletes Source: Biomed Central
Dieting is no picnic, and the confusion caused by conflicting information from various sources can make it extremely frustrating. With so many supposed experts, popular diets, weight loss pills and other gimmicks pulling you in different directions, it can be hard to sort through to the truths. Arm yourself with the facts and avoid some of the most pervasive diet…
The purpose of the study is to determine and compare the hydration status with different methods and determine fluid intake, dehydration percentages and sweat rate of 26 young male soccer players (15 ± 1.2 yea... Source: Biomed Central