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Beet that: why athletes are turning to beetroot juice

Beet that: why athletes are turning to beetroot juice

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If hearing that athletes are downing shots of beetroot juice to improve their performance makes you exclaim: “What sorcery is this?”, you’re not alone. But this isn’t just another passing fad - there’s some solid science showing that the nitrates found in beetroot juice can boost sports performance. From improving blood flow to enhancing muscle efficiency, beetroot juice has gained traction among endurance athletes and sprinters alike. In this podcast episode, I take a dive into what the research says about this vibrant supplement, its likely benefits, and what it might mean for your performance goals.

Links referred to in the podcast

  • IOC consensus statement on dietary supplements and the high-performance athlete https://bjsm.bmj.com/content/52/7/439
  • Review of beetroot juice and physical performance https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40573069
  • Sports Dietitians Australia www.sportsdietitians.com.au

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