Pharmacist Annie at The Apothecary enjoys updating her office letterboard with new inspiration periodically.
Featured here is Annie’s August message of the month— “YOUR MICROBIOME IS AS UNIQUE AS YOUR FINGERPRINT”
This month we discuss our recommendations to support athletic recovery through sports nutrition.
Proper sports nutrition includes:
- A foundational healthy diet
- Nutritional supplementation (both basic and sports-specific)
- Appropriate rest time
- Ample water and hydration
Since the time of the most ancient civilizations, athletes have attempted to enhance their athletic performance with various nutritional approaches. However, as our knowledge of athletic metabolic physiology increases, we have learned that recovery from intense exercise is just as important as actual athletic performance in the athlete’s total training program. When an athlete is able to recover faster, they can train harder and perform at a higher level. The enhancement of athletic recovery is the basis of sports nutrition.
Certainly one of the key building blocks in an athlete’s diet is protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle. Perfect Protein Powder is an option for protein supplementation. Its liquid consistency provides for greater absorption of essential nutrients and amino acids. While it is a complete amino acid composition in itself, Perfect Protein Powder can be enhanced further with the addition of singular amino acids, such as L-arginine, L-carnitine and glutamine. Essential nutrients such as magnesium, coenzyme Q-10 and multivitamin supplements also can be added to supercharge the basic amino acid composition of Perfect Protein Powder. Athletes participating in intense exercise need to recognize that they will require vitamin supplementation above that of the recommended daily allowance (RDA), given their increased metabolic expenditure.
PROFESSIONAL-GRADE SUPPLEMENTS TO SUPPORT SPORTS NUTRITION
Given the high level of interest in sports nutrition today, certain products have been developed which will help the athlete with both performance and recovery.
- Nitric Oxide Formula is a combination of ingredients, including L-arginine and L-citrulline, designed to support healthy nitric oxide levels and to support the integrity and vascular health of the blood vessel wall, resulting in enhanced blood flow, stamina, performance and recovery.*
- Fruits and Greens Energy Drink is an easy-to-mix, nutrient-rich superfood formula with whole food concentrates designed to provide synergistic phytonutrient nutrition and increased energy.*
- Ultimate Joint Complex is formulated to help minimize joint deterioration secondary to overuse, and help to re-establish collagen levels in stressed joints.
- High-dose magnesium can be very helpful in preventing muscle cramping and pain.*
Available at The Apothecary
Multi-Collagen Protein by Ancient Nutrition:
Available on Wellevate online or in-store for pick-up or mail-order. Multi-Collagen Protein is formulated with 4 whole food sources: beef, chicken, fish and eggshell membrane. It is noted to:
- Reduce knee stiffness in a week*
- Promote healthy hair thickness and growth while reducing hair breakage*
- Boost energy and fight fatigue*
RegeneMax Plus Collagen by Xymogen: Available in-store for pick-up or mail-order. Regenemax Plus Collagen is formulated to:
- Support Healthy Bone Mineral Density*
- Support Bone Flexibility*
- Promote Connective Tissue Formation for Healthy Joints*
- Thickensand Strengthen Hair*
- Strengthen Nails*
NOS Complex by Natural Creations: Available in-store for pick-up or mail-order. NOS Complex is formulated to support nitric oxide levels. Nitric Oxide supports the integrity and vascular health of the blood vessel wall, resulting in enhanced blood flow, stamina, performance and recovery. *
Ligaplex by Standard Process: Available in-store for pick-up or mail-order. Ligaplex I contains nutrients that provide acute ligament and muscle support.*
- Supports the body’s normal connective tissue repair and synthesis processes
- Supports healthy joints and muscles
- Supports bone growth and the synthesis of cartilage
- Contains buckwheat, which supports the body’s natural inflammatory response function as it relates to periodic challenges like strenuous exercise *
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.*
