The COVID-19 pandemic is an extraordinary global emergency that has led to the
implementation of unprecedented measures in order to stem the spread of the infection …

Vitamin D deficiency is a common health problem worldwide, in particular among older
people. Vitamin D regulates and modulates the physiology and function of multiple human …

Nutrition usually makes a small but potentially valuable contribution to successful
performance in elite athletes, and dietary supplements can make a minor contribution to this …

Purpose This review provides a current perspective on the mechanism of vitamin D on
skeletal muscle function with the emphasis on oxidative stress, muscle anabolic state and …

Exercise-induced muscle damage (EIMD) is characterized by symptoms that present both
immediately and for up to 14 days after the initial exercise bout. The main consequence of …

Some dietary supplements are recommended to athletes based on data that supports
improved exercise performance. Other dietary supplements are not ergogenic per se, but …

Vitamin D is an essential nutrient for the maintenance of skeletal muscle and bone health.
The vitamin D receptor (VDR) is present in muscle, as is CYP27B1, the enzyme that …

Football is a global game which is constantly evolving, showing substantial increases in
physical and technical demands. Nutrition plays a valuable integrated role in optimising …

Team sport athletes face a variety of nutritional challenges related to recovery during the
competitive season. The purpose of this article is to review nutrition strategies related to …

Despite over 50 years of research, the field of sports nutrition continues to grow at a rapid
rate. Whilst the traditional research focus was one that centred on strategies to maximise …