Asker Jeukendrup4 min readProtein: A harmful or beneficial nutrient for bone?​High protein intakes are considered essential to support the demands of training but can they harm bone development?
Asker Jeukendrup4 min readThe truth about BCAABCAAs are a popular supplement with a lot of claims but a closer look reveals that evidence isn't actually strong.
Asker Jeukendrup4 min readHow much protein do I need to eat to build muscle?We can ingest a lot of protein and break it down, and digest it, but how much is used for protein synthesis?
Asker Jeukendrup4 min readWhat is the best protein source for building muscle?The best choice of protein source for building muscle is, without question, a hot topic in Sport Nutrition. Here we discuss animal versus pl
Asker Jeukendrup4 min readDietary protein requirements for older athletesMaster athletes (40 years and over) may have different nutrition requirements. Especially protein needs may be higher.
Asker Jeukendrup2 min readTime to rethink the protein intake guidelines for athletes?Most athletes easily exceed the recommendations for daily protein intake. However, in order to optimise the effects of training, it is...
Asker Jeukendrup4 min readProtein intake guidelines for athletesThe previous blog Time to rethink the protein intake guidelines for athletes? reported on a recently published study from the research...
Asker Jeukendrup3 min readNutrition for recovery from muscle injuryThis week I chaired a session at the ECOSEP conference in Barcelona. Some of the top researchers in the field of muscle and tendon injury...
Asker Jeukendrup3 min readAlcohol and recoveryRecovery starts immediately after exercise. It is well established that the first hours after exercise are particularly important for...
