I wore a glucose monitor for 2 weeks. I learned this about glucose spikes after eating.
Discover the truth about a blood glucose spike after eating from a Registered Dietitian who wore a glucose monitor for 2 weeks. Uncover the
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Nutrition Tips
SamSportsDietitian
- Jun 26
- 5 min
What is RED S? (Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport)
the warning signs of RED-S, what I as a Dietitian would look for and how you could begin to treat it.
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SamSportsDietitian
- May 8
- 5 min
Nutrition to Gain Muscle
Discover the science behind nutrition to gain muscle. Learn how to optimize your diet, calculate calorie needs, and the impact of protein in
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SamSportsDietitian
- Apr 17
- 4 min
Cycling Race Day Nutrition
Whether you are racing or completing a sportif, nutrition will be required to produce the performance you are capable of. Failure to meet...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Apr 8
- 2 min
How to Take Sodium Bicarbonate for Sports Performance
How to use Bicarbonate to improve your performance. For information purposes only.
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SamSportsDietitian
- Mar 1
- 5 min
Marathon race day nutrition: Push your limits further
This blog post will help you get the most out of your body on race day by eating the correct foods. Your marathon race day nutrition is...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Mar 1
- 2 min
How to carb load before a marathon
It's coming into marathon season and carb loading is term often discussed around this time. But what is it? Does it help? And how do you...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Feb 21
- 3 min
Nutrition for Beginner Runners
Starting running? Here's some nutrition advice from a Registered Dietitian to make it a little easier.
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SamSportsDietitian
- Feb 15
- 3 min
Exercising While Fasted: Dietitian's Opinion
Considering exercising while fasted? Read this blog to be sure exercising while fasted will help you meet your goals. Why are people...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Feb 12
- 2 min
Caffeine and sport performance
Summary Caffeine can improve performance in most sports. Caffeine can improve focus, especially if sleep deprived. Too much caffeine can...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Feb 9
- 4 min
Nutrition for Hyrox Training
Why Nutrition for Hyrox Training Matters A Hyrox will be ran using carbohydrates as the main fuel. Because the intensity is high, your...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Feb 8
- 2 min
Do Green Powder Supplements Work: A Dietitian's Opinion
Health Hack or Money Drain? There are more and more brands now producing a version of these supplements. As a Registered Dietitian I am...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Feb 6
- 4 min
Nutrition for an Atlantic row
One of my latest projects is with a Cornish team rowing the Atlantic next year. This is a 50 day journey where the crew row 2 hours on, 2...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Jan 29
- 4 min
Ironman Nutrition Tips: An Ultimate Guide
Whether you're an experienced triathlete or a newcomer wondering how to fuel the training, you will need to consider nutrition. ...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Jan 10
- 4 min
Running Gels: Upset Stomach?
An upset stomach during sport, and running especially, is very common. In a piece of research 89% of marathon runners reported a stomach...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Jan 8
- 5 min
Is Animal Protein Better Than Plant Protein?
Protein supplements are a huge business, but with so many available how can you choose the best protein supplement for you and is it true...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Dec 18, 2023
- 4 min
Fuelling the Rapha Festive 500: nutrition advice.
Tackling the festive 500 this year? Read on to learn how to fuel for it properly with advice from a sports dietitian. You have the week...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Dec 12, 2023
- 2 min
3 Healthy diet changes: Simple changes for a healthier diet
Small changes can be easier to make and over time layering small changes can make a big difference. Here are 3 changes to your diet to be...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Dec 7, 2023
- 2 min
Hyrox Performance Nutrition
Whether you are optimising your performance or wanting your event to feel easier there are some nutritional changes which can make a BIG...
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SamSportsDietitian
- Dec 6, 2023
- 1 min
Nutrition for Tendon Health and Injury Recovery
Tendon injuries are common in sports and can be difficult to manage. What changes can you make nutritionally to prevent or treat your...
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