Published Sep 23, 2021

214. Lydia Nader RD on the Biggest Nutrition Myths and Half-Truths for Runners

Lydia Nader, a Registered Dietitian, exposes and clarifies the biggest nutrition myths and half-truths for runners, offering evidence-based insights on recovery, strategic fueling, and personalized diets to enhance performance and overall health.

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- What are essential nutrients that many diets lack?
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- What should I eat before a workout?
  Asked by 393 people
- Can diet impact sleep quality?
  Asked by 179 people
- What should I eat after fasted training?
  Asked by 128 people
- Tell me more about plant-based proteins
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- Why is sleep important?
  Asked by 83 people
- When should I eat before a workout?
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- Why is sleep so important?
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- Is sugar bad?
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- How can tailored nutrition impact women's fitness?
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- What are other plant-based protein sources?
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- What should I eat before working out?
  Asked by 22 people
- How important is sleep for health?
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- Should I eat before or after a workout?
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- What are the effects of eating before bed?
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214. Lydia Nader RD on the Biggest Nutrition Myths and Half-Truths for Runners

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Running and RecoveryLydia Nader, a Registered Dietitian, debunks common nutrition myths for runners, focusing on recovery and performance. She shares practical strategies for aligning diet with training to maximize results.

Running and Recovery

Debunking Nutrition MythsLydia Nader challenges common nutrition myths for runners, emphasizing the importance of sugar, pre-run fueling, and post-run recovery. She provides insights into how strategic nutrition can enhance performance and debunks misconceptions about nighttime eating.

Debunking Nutrition Myths

Specialized Diet ConsiderationsLydia Nader challenges common nutrition myths for runners, focusing on plant-based diets, carb loading, and personalized nutrition. She provides insights into how these factors impact performance and health, emphasizing the importance of tailored dietary strategies.

Specialized Diet Considerations

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