Nutrition

These three mild drinks promise to hydrate without weighing you down with flavor.

Loaded with vitamin C, antioxidants and other immune system boosters, butternut squash can help protect you against cold and flu season.

Learn how this nutrient should fit into your nutrition plan.

This smoothie packs a powerful punch of nutrition that is ideal for a quick recovery drink or breakfast.

I’ve heard that not all “health foods” are created equal. Any advice for navigating the health food aisle?

Coconut oil is made up of about 90 percent saturated fat, but not all saturated fats are created equal.

Never underestimate your fueling needs on the bike (and run), even at a shorter distance.

Use rotisserie chicken to make this quick salad, which is loaded with nutrient dense carbohydrates, veggies and flavor.

The key is to get creative and truly interested in your health and your food.

Thrive Energy Cookbook is a collection of 150 plant-based recipes, all designed to provide easy-to-digest energy to fuel your athletic goals.

Beets can provide powerful antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and detoxification support for endurance athletes.

Work this nutrition-rich root vegetable into your diet for performance gains.

Start the day off right with these trail mix pancakes packed with nuts, seeds and dried fruit.

Your answer is probably wrong. A study finds triathletes’ ability to gauge fluid intake during a race is fallible.

Bonk Breaker, which is known for its energy bars and protein bars, has launched a product in a new category: energy chews.

A fan of the nutty-tasting superfood grain? You’ll love these three health-conscious ways to get your fix.

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Yes you can eat your favorite fruit, no matter the season.

Warm up your winter with this satisfying vegan dish, which blends exotic spices and flavors to perfection.

These peppers are packed with protein, fiber and offer a rich dose of vitamins.

Incorporating citrus—orange, lemon, grapefruit and lime—in your cooking is a great way to brighten up winter meals.

The secret to this recipe is the marinated kale, which stays fresh in the fridge for 2-3 days.

I’ve been on a gluten-free diet, but I don’t feel any better and I’ve only lost 2 pounds in two months—maybe gluten isn’t the culprit?

A new study looks at a different kind of “green juice” for athletes.

Not all weight loss is good weight loss.

Not all types of chocolate are created equal. These guises give you all the excuse you need to embrace your inner Willy Wonka.

This salad is packed with all the nutrition an endurance athlete needs to fuel and recover.

Dr. Bob Sallis helps you create the ideal nutrition plan.

Celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay chats about fueling while preparing to compete in a triathlon and shares some healthy recipes.

Zucchini are low in calories at 15 calories per 100 grams, and also contain potassium, folate and vitamin A in appreciable amounts.

Disguised as couscous, cauliflower makes for a nutritious substitution in this salad.

Tasty, convenient and packed with good-for-you ingredients, Earnest Eats Hot & Fit Cereal is the perfect way to jump-start a morning.

This filling and nutritious meal will help you fly through your next training session.

Pip Taylor explains why magnesium is an important part of any triathlete's diet, and gives a list of foods rich in the mineral.

Start the week off right with this simple low-fat recipe with a kick of heat.

The combo of chocolate chips, cranberries, nuts and seeds is the perfect fuel before a long ride.

A clear understanding of the relationship between each food group and body weight will help you make the best nutritional choices.

Once you make this recipe it will become a staple in your household.

You may be able to train your body to utilize available fuel more efficiently, thereby skirting the dreaded bonk.

These four drinks, each an optimal blend of carbohydrates and protein, will help you rebound faster from tough workouts.

Keeping track of what you eat and drink can help you reach your performance goals.

Your food choices can prevent you from sitting on the sidelines—or help you recover faster.

Research shows simplicity is a virtue in the matter of weight management.

These two Triathlete-tested options come without the added sugar and oil found in many varieties.

Understanding the needs of your diet and the benefits of choosing organic foods can help you decide if organic foods are best for you.

Try this delicious — and healthier — dessert during this holiday season.

The outdoor grill might be retired for the season, but you can still get your home burger fix with this flavor-packed recipe.

A look at the most popular healthy and tasty meal ideas from Triathlete.com contributor and chef Jessica Cerra.

It fuels endurance athletes, packs nicely and comes in a plethora of flavors—but how do the ingredients of the popular energy gel actually work?

What are the best winter-crop vegetable options?

Three ginger-flavored treats that satisfy (and soothe).

Who says salads have to be reserved for the warmer months? All the nutrition you need in a meal can be found in this winter-inspired salad.

Coach Lance Watson provides advice for making sure you don't pile on the pounds this holiday season.

Boost your immunity with these often neglected vitamins and stay healthier this winter.

If you have a sweet tooth to satisfy over the holidays, opt for one of these five healthful desserts.

Fresh, seasonal ingredients and minimal cleanup is the winning formula for tasty meals in a flash.

A healthy, spiced-up twist on a cheesy favorite.

Compared to its counterparts (beef, chicken, turkey, salmon), bison is lowest in fat and highest in iron and essential fatty acids.

Launching in February is CLIF Bar’s newest product, Organic Energy Food in resealable pouches.

These triathlete bakers are delivering tempting pastries in between workouts.

Loaded with fall produce and colors, this salad is substantial enough to be a meal and unique enough to be a new favorite holiday side dish.

Being a vegan triathlete doesn’t mean you have to subsist solely on coconut water and bananas.

Energizing foods contain enough fiber, protein and healthy fats to keep us full while also helping to keep our blood sugar and mood stable.

In-season fennel and protein-packed tabouleh shine in this tasty dinner, a perfect pre-race meal.

Getting down to your ideal racing weight may mean watching what you drink.

Chances are you have most of the ingredients for these fluffy breakfast cakes hanging around from all your festive cooking escapades.

Think twice before you “starve” yourself during and after workouts.

It could be that you are not eating enough total fat or enough total protein (or both) to meet your training volume.

Here’s a great way to use a rotisserie chicken to make a flavorful meal in less than 30 minutes.

Many triathletes are moving toward vegetarian or plant-based diets.

Find all the holiday dessert flavors you crave baked into this crumble.

Are there good whole-food alternatives that work as well as the processed options?

Sick of sweet? Rev up your tastebuds with these wholesome savory bars.

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New to triathlon? Follow these fueling guidelines to ensure your hard work in training pays off.

When crushed up, Mary’s Gone Crackers Ginger Snaps Cookies make an awesome pastry crust.

A centuries-old nutrition tradition could help you come out of the off-season on a stronger note.

If you're just returning home from Kona and need a meal that reminds you of island life these Ahi stacks will do the trick.

Are those sweeteners you’ve seen in the health food store really healthy?

Try this healthier version of a classic breakfast favorite.

Triathlete has partnered with The Feed (thefeed.com) to bring you the Kona World Championship Box.

Most of us don't eat enough vegetables. A little creativity can correct the problem.

Kale and Brussels sprouts are packed with detoxifiers and antioxidants, while cranberry is known to help cleanse the body.

Zest up your fall menu with this protein-packed dish from triathlete-chef Eric Hollandsworth.

This fall salad is the perfect pairing to complete any meal.

Never assume that your diet is already good enough.

Boost immunity and eat well with these tasty dishes.

Racing Weight author Matt Fitzgerald tells us how to compensate for the effect of training on our appetite.