Fuel: Sport performance foods put to the test! Dr. Michael Greger on recovery, immunity, protein for athletes and yoga research

This conversation is with Dr. Michael Greger, a New York Times bestselling author, and internationally recognized speaker on nutrition and a founding member and fellow of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. He has videos on more than 2,000 health topics freely available on the incredible website NutritionFacts.org, with new videos and articles uploaded almost every day. 

We cover: 

• The benefits of standing and treadmill desks 
• A typical meal for Dr. Greger 
• Benefits of hot sauce and capsaicin 
• Foods that have been put to the test for recovery 
• Nutritional yeast to boost immunity 
• How dietary nitrates can enhance athletic performance 
• Protein requirements for athletes 
• The best source of caffeine for athletes 
• The health benefits of yoga and the trouble with yoga research 

Connect with Dr. Greger on Instagram @nutrition_facts_org and @michaelgregermd | Facebook @Nutritionfacts.org | YouTube @Nutritionfacts.org  

Be sure to pre-order his upcoming book, Hot Not to Age 

Resources: 

• Video: Foods to improve athletic performance and recovery 
• Video: Watermelon for sore muscle relief  
• Video: Preserving immune function in athletes with nutritional yeast 
• Video: Whole beets vs juice for improving athletic performance 
• Video: Don’t use antiseptic mouthwash  
• Video: Are there benefits of energy drinks? 

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Theme music: Tyler Gaudon & audio editing and processing: Wyatt Pavlik

*Please appreciate that any information discussed is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, always seek the opinion of a physician or qualified healthcare provider.*