Nutrition

Do I have to have a special meal or follow a strict diet the day before? Do I ever have a beer or a glass of wine?

Easy to whip up on a summer’s night, serve this dish with whatever protein you have available.

Eating out can present a nutritional minefield that can sabotage a generally healthy diet. Five tips for sidestepping unhealthy choices.

A burger can be a part of a healthy diet! It's all about making the right choices when it comes to bread and toppings.

This month in Multisport Menu we share four tasty picks for on-the-go fuel.

The simplicity of grilling and the flavors it evokes are a wonderful part of summer.

Your questions about this essential macronutrient, answered by Lauren Antonucci, R.D.

The book includes bowls, puddings, wraps, bites, bars, shakes, smoothies, muffins and even DIY energy shots and all-natural sports drinks.

A simple (and tasty!) recipe for preparing this fresh fish.

The USAT Off-Road Triathlete of the Year shares how he fuels for the unique demands of the trails.

Quinoa and bulgur are so 2011. Try these four lesser-known grains high in performance-boosting attributes.

This bowl will nourish you and leave your tummy feeling happy.

When a workout or race goes bad, nutrition is often to blame. To maximize your performance potential, avoid these common fueling mistakes.

This is a light dish that balances fresh ingredients with a hint of heat and a subtle sweetness.

Jerky is no longer the preservative-filled junk of convenience store aisles.

This scrumptious (and gluten-free!) dessert has enough nutritional value to be served as breakfast too.

Ditch the fudge sauce and crushed Oreos and give your favorite dessert a nutritious twist with these smarter toppings.

Brittany Oliver, a former collegiate and now elite triathlete, shares how she prepares for a big race.

For a smooth transition to half or full Ironman training, getting your sports nutrition right is paramount.

Pair this salad with basically anything, share at a BBQ, or eat on its own for a light meal.

One of the most antioxidant-dense foods and loaded with vitamins (but low in calories), berries are a smart addition to your diet.

Ginger, chili sauce and coconut milk unite to create moist and flavorful Thai-inspired meatballs.

Questioning your gut? Here are Pip Taylor’s top-5 red flags that you should dive deeper into your diet.

Start with a bowl of yogurt and add your favorite things for a high-quality breakfast.

A fresh and simple way to enjoy this summer melon.

Stay hydrated and fueled during hot-weather workouts with one of these sports drinks.

Hydration is key this time of year! Elevate your water with these thirst-quenching add-ins.

The most striking benefit of family meals is not just physical—it’s psychological.

An age-group triathlete shares his nutrition philosophy for long-course training.

Mango season is going strong! Here’s a creative and beautiful way to use this soft, sweet fruit from chef Jessica Cerra.

Crepes make a great high-energy training snack—simply spread on almond butter and sliced banana or raisins and roll up.

One study validates the diet quality concept for weight control.

Get your fill of healthy fats and protein with this week's recipe from chef Jessica Cerra.

Going meat-free can be a healthier choice, but it doesn’t guarantee body composition (or performance) improvements.

Try any or all of these delicious methods of cooking this breakfast staple.

Daily Harvest smoothie packs are a convenient way to enjoy tasty at-home smoothies.

Try pairing them with your favorite backyard BBQ items.

Whatever your flavor, ingredient or texture preferences, you can find the right energy gel from these five fresh options.

While it’s hard to go wrong with a towering plate of spaghetti bolognese, you should start to think of pasta as a blank canvas.

Matt Fitzgerald explains why the compensation effect is real and how it can be worked around with the right guidelines.

This creative way to use salmon is a cinch to whip up - plus the secret ingredient, tzatziki sauce, delivers big on flavor!

In this video, Dr. John Berardi teaches us how to control our sugar intake.

Start with chilled cooked pasta, and this salad can come together in under five minutes.

When hotel coffee won’t cut it, these solutions make it simple to brew a high-quality cup in your room.

You can’t go wrong with this hearty and rustic salad.

Dietary modifications are more likely to stick if they build upon existing routines and preferences

Allen Lim, noted sports scientist and founder of Skratch Labs, dives into the topic of caffeine and endurance.

Micronutrients are the true building blocks of nutrition, and are essential to an athlete’s performance.

This crisp, and tangy fruit is popular in pies and cobblers, but this recipe shows a creative way to jazz up your oatmeal.

There’s nothing wrong with relying on staples like pasta and yogurt in your balanced diet. Here's how to make them healthier.

What you eat throughout the day is important to an endurance athlete's recovery and performance.

Enjoying Mexican food doesn't have to mean throwing your nutrition goals out the window.

This comforting breakfast recipe can triple as lunch or dinner.

Yes, you can enjoy the occasional omelet and not feel bad about it!

A simple, real food solution to take on your next long ride or run.

A mixture of fresh and stir-fried veggies make this dish a standout.

A Kona-qualifying athlete and entrepreneur shares how she fuels the night before and morning of her race.

We've done the tastebud test for you and now we're sharing our top picks for recently released nutrition products in five major categories.

Golden beets and chard are known to be some of the most nutrient-powerful foods.

Kept chunky and rustic with red or black beans and chopped herbs, guacamole can be a bright salad packed with good fats and protein.

Give your weekend breakfast staple a healthy twist with these six ingredients.

A natural supplement is able to increase joint tissue strength, help regenerate after injuries and increase workout performance.

Creamy, satisfying and easy to make a large batch for the week, rice pudding is a great breakfast option.

Try one of these four chew-worthy gums (and gummies).

Just like you have to put in a little more training to complete an Olympic tri, you also need to put more thought into your nutrition plan.

Mix up your meals with this non-traditional veggie sauté.

Easy to make (and clean up), these meals can all be made in 30–45 minutes and are ideal for the lifestyle of a busy endurance athlete.

Triathletes need snacks! Well-timed snacks help you fuel up before and replenish after workouts. So what should you snack on and when?

The soft boiled eggs featured in this salad are perfect for a quick protein fix when you don’t have poultry or meat available.

I keep hearing about "leaky gut syndrome" affecting a growing number of endurance athletes. What’s the deal?

Fish is one of the easiest things to cook well—it generally needs little prep work and requires only a short cooking time.

Have a snack-tooth? Crunchy pre-cut veggies and this robust roasted veggie dip are perfect for satisfying that craving.

Salmon steaks are a beautiful substitute for burgers—they are every bit as accessible on a bun.

Even when necessary they can still play havoc with a healthy gut biome.

Eating right is made easy and delicious with the herb vinaigrette featured in this dish.

We were (naturally) intrigued by the tiny bicycle design on this dark chocolate bark, handmade in Napa Valley, Calif.

Refuel with this hearty tomato-based chicken stew, a favorite in Filipino cuisine.

Know your limits, and be aware of how they change with your training and fitness level.

These corn cakes are versatile, easy to whip up, loaded with texture and flavor, and can be made gluten-free.

Raise the (salad) bar with these all-star add-ins.

Chef Biju Thomas and Dr. Allen Lim bring you this recipe from the new book, Feed Zone Table: Family-Style Meals to Nourish Life and Sport.

I’ve heard dairy is not as healthy as I grew up believing, but don’t I need it for strong bones?

This recipe is ideal for the lifestyle of a busy endurance athlete.

In the metrics that matter, a simple “high-quality” diet is best.

Change up your morning meal with one of these tasty, good-for-you cereals or granolas.

A gluten-free diet can be as healthy—or unhealthy—as any other diet.

There are plenty of sandwich options out there besides bologna, mayo and processed cheese.

This large batch recipe will provide you meals for a week.

Pip Taylor gives a list of foods to keep in your kitchen at all times to ensure that you are always ready to create a healthy meal.