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"Nutrition for the Prevention and Treatment of Sports Injuries in Athletes" with Professor Craig Sale

We Do Science - The Sports Nutrition Podcast

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Optimizing Nutrition for Injury Recovery in Athletes

The chapter delves into the crucial role of nutrition in aiding the body's self-repair abilities under stress, emphasizing the importance of balanced diets over commercial supplements. It discusses the risks and benefits of supplementing, the complexity of sports nutrition combinations, and the influence of product ingredients on athlete behavior. The conversation touches on nutrient deficiencies, optimal intake levels for tissue adaptation, and the impact of excessive supplement doses on recovery and performance.

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