I have been an avid proponent of functional nutrition and exercise for more than 45 years. I was an athlete in high school and did my first Olympic distance triathlon at the age of 22. I am now 63 years old. After more than 350 endurance events ranging from triathlons, to ultramarathons to marathons to […] The post Functional Nutrition for Minimizing Cell Damage appeared first on Vitamin Retailer Magazine ..read more

The importance of hydration for good health and properly functioning body systems cannot be overstated. Because the body cannot store water, we must constantly supply it with water to maintain its many functioning systems. Not only should you hydrate while exercising, you should also hydrate pre- and post-workout to replace fluids lost through sweat. While […] The post Hydration for Optimal Athletic Performance and Overall Health appeared first on Vitamin Retailer Magazine ..read more

When it comes to health and wellness, digestive health is central to overall health. Those who are proactive and take control of their digestive health will realize significant improvement in their health and quality of life. For athletes, a healthy gut can have a dramatic impact on athletic performance. Gut health influences not only digestion, […] The post Digestive Health Dramatically Impacts Athletic Performance appeared first on Vitamin Retailer Magazine ..read more

Are Americans more obsessed with weight loss than other cultures? Well, maybe we should be. The obesity statistics are scary. According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), the United States obesity prevalence was 41.9 percent in 2017—March 2020. From 1999—2000 through 2017—March 2020, the U.S. obesity prevalence increased from 30.5 percent to […] The post Will Consumers Buy In to Legitimate Weight Management Solutions? appeared first on Vitamin Retailer Magazine ..read more

For most of us, life is a balancing act. In a perfect world, we’d all have time during our day to devote to our health. But in the real world, 24 hours a day doesn’t seem like nearly enough time to fit in work, school, family and the plethora of responsibilities that life throws at […] The post Stay In the Game Longer! 6 Supplements for Endurance and Rapid Recovery appeared first on Vitamin Retailer Magazine ..read more

Bone health is a key area of development in the wellbeing of athletes and is crucial for safe training and successful career progression. Bone mineral density (BMD) is often used as the main marker for bone health and usually peaks in early adulthood when many athletes are reaching their athletic peak. One of the most […] The post Key Nutrients & Exercise for Optimal Bone Health appeared first on Vitamin Retailer Magazine ..read more

When it comes to health and wellness, digestive health is vitally important. Those who are proactive and take control of their digestive health will realize significant improvement in overall health and quality of life. For athletes, a healthy gut can have a dramatic impact on athletic performance. Gut health influences not only digestion, but also […] The post Digestive Health Dramatically Impacts Athletic Performance appeared first on Vitamin Retailer Magazine ..read more

The pandemic and associated restrictions had a profound effect on people’s daily lives. Alcohol sales skyrocketed, physical activity stopped for most and emotional eating led to weight gain. After two years of pandemic life, many are having difficulties returning to a healthy lifestyle. The strategies we used to adapt and cope have cemented into bad […] The post Reviving Long-Term Healthy Habits Post Pandemic appeared first on Vitamin Retailer Magazine ..read more

Researchers agree that mental health and well-being are essential for optimal performance within all areas of life, including sports, academics and relationships. This means being proactive about wellness and preventing mental illness, not being reactive. However, it is important to develop an understanding of the implications of mental illnesses on athletic performance in order to […] The post Antioxidants for Cognitive Health and Optimal Athletic Performance appeared first on Vitamin Retailer Magazine ..read more

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 35 percent of people in the U.S. are sleep deprived, which means that one in three people aren’t getting enough sleep. Interestingly, some people can function well on little to no sleep, while others feel more of an impact. As we all know, exercise […] The post The Science of Sleep and its Profound Impact on Athletic Performance appeared first on Vitamin Retailer Magazine ..read more