Sports Nutrition Articles By Registered Dietitian, Natalie Rizzo | Greenletes. https://greenletes.com/category/sports-nutrition/ Mon, 22 Sep 2025 18:32:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://greenletes.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/favicon-96x96.png Sports Nutrition Articles By Registered Dietitian, Natalie Rizzo | Greenletes. https://greenletes.com/category/sports-nutrition/ 32 32 Is a Plant-Based Diet Right for Runners? What You Need to Know https://greenletes.com/pros-cons-plant-based-diet-runners/ https://greenletes.com/pros-cons-plant-based-diet-runners/#respond Mon, 22 Sep 2025 18:27:45 +0000 https://greenletes.com/?p=21584 If you’ve ever wondered whether a plant-based diet helps or hurts your running performance, you’re not alone. As a plant-based sports dietitian who has worked with hundreds of runners, I am constantly fielding questions about whether or not you can thrive as a plant-based athlete. The truth? A plant-based diet can absolutely support your running […]

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]]> https://greenletes.com/breakfast-before-marathon/feed/ 0 How Do You Know If You Need Electrolytes? 5 Signs to Look For https://greenletes.com/when-to-take-electrolytes/ https://greenletes.com/when-to-take-electrolytes/#respond Fri, 18 Jul 2025 19:41:49 +0000 https://greenletes.com/?p=21553 Electrolytes are essential for fluid balance, muscle function, and athletic performance, but how do you actually know when you need them? Although electrolytes are trending on social media, you don’t actually need them as often as you think. But there are times when electrolyte replacement is necessary for performance. So how can you recognize the […]

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]]> https://greenletes.com/when-to-take-electrolytes/feed/ 0 Vitamin K2 Benefits for Bone Health and Beyond https://greenletes.com/vitamin-k2-benefits/ https://greenletes.com/vitamin-k2-benefits/#respond Wed, 02 Jul 2025 23:41:40 +0000 https://greenletes.com/?p=21543 Disclosure: This blog post is sponsored by Balchem, manufacturer of K2VITAL™. Thanks for supporting the brands that make this blog possible. When it comes to supporting long-term health and athletic performance, Vitamin K2 is an often overlooked yet essential nutrient. This single nutrient plays a critical role in maintaining bone and heart health. Whether you’re […]

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]]> https://greenletes.com/vitamin-k2-benefits/feed/ 0 What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Alcohol After Running? https://greenletes.com/alcohol-and-running/ https://greenletes.com/alcohol-and-running/#respond Thu, 15 May 2025 13:56:22 +0000 https://greenletes.com/?p=21519 We’ve all been there—you’re wrapping up a long run and looking forward to a cold post-run beer or celebratory mimosa. But if you’re serious about recovery and performance, it’s worth understanding why alcohol and running don’t always mix. Alcohol can interfere with the body’s natural exercise recovery process, delaying muscle repair, increasing dehydration, and even […]

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]]> https://greenletes.com/alcohol-and-running/feed/ 0 Is plant-based protein powder good for you? A dietitian weighs in https://greenletes.com/plant-based-protein-powder/ https://greenletes.com/plant-based-protein-powder/#respond Mon, 14 Apr 2025 19:34:47 +0000 https://greenletes.com/?p=21514 Protein powders are a quick and convenient way to get 20+ grams of protein. They are especially popular among plant-based athletes looking for creative ways to add more protein to their diet. But many people ask me if protein powders are good for you or if you should avoid them?  Let’s dive deeper into plant-based […]

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]]> https://greenletes.com/plant-based-protein-powder/feed/ 0 The 15 best sources of plant-based protein, according to a dietitian https://greenletes.com/plant-based-proteins-list/ https://greenletes.com/plant-based-proteins-list/#respond Thu, 03 Apr 2025 14:41:21 +0000 https://greenletes.com/?p=21501 Every single person on a plant-based diet has been asked, “But where do you get your protein?” Believe it or not, we don’t just sit around and eat beans and tofu all day. Tons of healthy plant-based foods have plenty of protein. This list of 15 plant-based proteins includes beans, soy foods, nuts, seeds and […]

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]]> https://greenletes.com/athlete-plant-based-diet/feed/ 0 What to eat 30-minutes before a workout to boost energy https://greenletes.com/what-to-eat-30-minutes-before-workout/ https://greenletes.com/what-to-eat-30-minutes-before-workout/#respond Wed, 12 Mar 2025 14:41:32 +0000 https://greenletes.com/?p=21451 Eating before exercise is a vital part of performance. It can help you make the most out of your training. But what if you’re short on time… like really short? If you only have 30-minutes before a workout, eating the right thing can power you through a workout.  Maybe you just woke up and only […]

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]]> https://greenletes.com/what-to-eat-30-minutes-before-workout/feed/ 0 This is how many gels you need during a half marathon, according to a sports dietitian https://greenletes.com/gels-half-marathon/ https://greenletes.com/gels-half-marathon/#respond Sat, 08 Mar 2025 15:29:35 +0000 https://greenletes.com/?p=21443 Runners are no strangers to sports gels. Whether you love or hate them, sports gels provide energy for long-distance runs or races, like half or full marathons. Eating sports gels at the right moments can be the difference between a PB and bonking during a half marathon. But what exactly is in a sports gel, […]

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