Sports Nutrition for Performance: Insights from Brazilian Nutritionist Raphael Caruso

Summary In this episode of the Eat to Win podcast, host Tavis Piattoly speaks with sports dietitian Raphael Caruso about the critical role of nutrition in enhancing athletic performance, particularly for adolescent athletes. They discuss Caruso's journey from law school to sports nutrition, the unique nutritional challenges faced by young athletes, and the importance of tailored nutrition strategies for different sports. The conversation also covers the role of supplements, cultural influences on nutrition in Brazil, and the need for collaboration between coaches and nutritionists to optimize athlete performance. Caruso emphasizes the importance of recovery and proper nutrition as foundational elements for success in sports. Takeaways Nutrition is essential for athletic performance. Adolescent athletes often have poor nutritional knowledge. Food should always come first before supplements. Hydration is crucial during training and competition. Recovery is a key part of training for athletes. Cultural food preferences can shape nutrition strategies. Tailoring nutrition to specific sports is important. Collaboration between coaches and nutritionists is vital. Young athletes often mimic professional athletes' diets without understanding. Education on nutrition is necessary for both athletes and parents. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sports Nutrition and Guest Background 03:13 The Journey to Sports Nutrition 05:44 Adolescent Athlete Nutrition Challenges 08:35 Foundational Nutritional Strategies for Young Athletes 11:24 Tailoring Nutrition for Different Sports 14:26 The Role of Supplements in Athletic Performance 17:58 Cultural Influences on Nutrition in Brazil 20:43 Balancing Clinical Practice and Research 23:37 Emerging Trends in Sports Nutrition Research 26:27 Key Advice for Young Athletes 29:04 Collaboration Between Coaches and Nutritionists 31:59 Final Thoughts and Personal Insights

Sports Nutrition for Performance: Insights from Brazilian Nutritionist Raphael Caruso

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