Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3405: Nancy Clark cuts through the hype around sports supplements by emphasizing that no pill or powder can replace a solid nutrition foundation. She explains which supplements may offer small performance benefits, why most products fall short of their promises, and how athletes can make smarter, evidence-based choices that support long-term performance and health. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nancyclarkrd.com/2021/08/26/sports-supplements-performance/ Quotes to ponder: "While a few supplements (beta-alanine, creatine, caffeine, nitrates) might play a small role when added to a well-thought-out fueling plan, no amount of supplements will compensate for a lousy diet." "Fundamental to every high-performance athlete is an effective sports diet." "BCAA research indicates they do not provide any benefits above and beyond the amino acids athletes normally consume when eating protein-rich food at meals and snacks." Episode references: FDA Dietary Supplements Information: https://www.fda.gov/food/dietary-supplements Operation Supplement Safety: https://www.opss.org Australian Institute of Sport ABCD Classification System: https://www.ais.gov.au/nutrition/supplements Informed Sport: https://www.informed-sport.com NSF Certified for Sport: https://www.nsfsport.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices