Unlock the secrets of sports nutrition with Dr. Jennifer Kurtz from Appalachian State University, as she takes us on a journey into the world of quercetin, a powerful plant pigment. Discover how quercetin found in everyday foods like citrus fruits, elderberries, and onions, can potentially enhance athletic performance by managing inflammation and oxidative stress.

About our guest:

Dr. Kurtz holds a Ph.D. in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Physiology and Nutrition from Georgia State University and both her M.S. in Health and Human Performance and B.S. in Exercise Science from Georgia College and State University. Dr. Kurtz teaches several courses, including Exercise Physiology and Nutritional Aspects of Exercise and Sports.

Her research focuses on physiological and nutritional interventions in sports performance, emphasizing nutrient timing, ergogenic aids, and preventative nutrition. She also explores hormonal impacts on metabolism, resistance training, and high-intensity interval training. Dr. Kurtz is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the International Society of Sports Nutrition, where she is a Certified Sports Nutritionist, and the American College of Sports Medicine as a Certified Exercise Physiologist. Additionally, she has published extensively on topics like quercetin’s effects on performance, nutrient timing, and sports nutrition.

About the Show

We cover all things related to sports science, nutrition, and performance. The Sports Science Dudes represent the opinions of the hosts and guests and are not the official opinions of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the Society for Sports Neuroscience, or Nova Southeastern University. The advice provided on this show should not be construed as medical advice and is purely an educational forum.

Hosted by Jose Antonio PhD

Dr. Antonio is the co-founder and CEO of the International Society of Sports Nutrition and the co-founder of the Society for Sports Neuroscience, www.issn.net. Dr. Antonio has over 120 peer-reviewed publications and 16 books and is a Professor at Nova Southeastern University, Davie, Florida in the Department of Health and Human Performance.

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Co-hosts: Anthony Ricci EdD FISSN and Cassandra Evans MS RD CISSN