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Nutrition
In the Nutrition section, GeezerJock provides advice on what to eat tailored for serious Masters athletes.
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Organics: Are they worth it?
By Matthew Kadey
Organic food sales have grown 15 percent or more every year over the past decade, which indicates many Americans are concerned about how their food is nurtured. And these days, the term "organic" is applied to many fitness foods such as pasta, chicken and milk. Heck, even Wal-Mart has jumped on the organic bandwagon. But are these so-called "greener" foods worth their lofty prices? Let's find out. . . . keep reading...>>
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Spice is nice
By Matthew Kadey
Certain spices add more than taste -- some can add health benefits. Many experts believe that the spice rack has strong healing powers, such as boosting immunity, lowering diabetes risk and curing stomach ailments. . . . keep reading...>>
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Different tastes
By Matthew Kadey
Some foods you've probably never tried can help you get out of dinnertime rut -- and maybe help your exercise performance. . . . keep reading...>>
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Different tastes
By Matthew Kadey
Tired of the same old food, day after day? Matthew Kadey offers six unusual yet healthy alternatives to the same old, same old. . . . keep reading...>>
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Rainbow power
By Matthew Kadey
Our nutrition expert Matthew Kadey provides a good rule of thumb when choosing what fruits or vegetables are best for athletes: the more colorful, the better. . . . keep reading...>>
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Go fish
By Matthew Kadey
Why some fish should be a part of any athlete's diet Eating fish is good for you. Research shows that it helps us fend off such ailments as heart disease and depression. But h . . . keep reading...>>
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Banning the bonk
By Matthew Kadey
Our nutrition columnist Matthew Kadey discusses how to eat and drink on race day to get your best peformance. And here's a hint: It varies depending on how long and hard you're working out. . . . keep reading...>>
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Protein power
By Matthew Kadey, MS, RD
For athletes, obtaining enough dietary protein is crucial for optimal performance, not to mention a healthy physique. If you participate in consistent physical exercise you're going to need extra protein in your diet. . . . keep reading...>>
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The lowdown on carbohydrates
By Matthew Kadey
Athletes need carbs, but some carbs are better than others A staple of most athletic diets, carbohydrates aren't all good or all bad. Some kinds promote health while others, when . . . keep reading...>>
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Get Fat
By Matthew Kadey
Not all fat is bad; here's how to get the good stuff into your diet For many, fat is a nutritional four letter word. This macronutrient has taken a serious pounding in the media a . . . keep reading...>>
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Roughing It
By Matthew G. Kadey, MSc., RD
Why fiber is critical to your health, and how to get more of it into your diet /FONT . . . keep reading...>>
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Drink it up
By Matthew Kadey
For as long as sports have existed, athletes have attempted everything from eating raw meat to drinking bourbon, all in an attempt to increase performance. While many of these nutritional strategies have failed, guzzling carbohydrate-filled sport drinks can boost exercise intensity and duration. That is, as long as you use the right ones at the right time and for the right exercise. . . . keep reading...>>
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Nutrition 101
By Matthew Kadey, MSc, RD
Dietitian and personal trainer Matthew Kadey offers a refresher course on nutrition for Masters athletes. He recommends that athletes watch their portions, eat more but smaller meals, eat plenty of protein and make sure to keep plenty of whole foods on the menu. . . . keep reading...>>
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