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Genetic Variations and Nutrient Metabolism
- Certain genetic variations (polymorphisms) can affect how individuals metabolize nutrients, such as vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
- For example, variations in the MTHFR gene can influence folate metabolism, which is important for DNA synthesis and repair, impacting recovery and performance.
Performance and Recovery
- Genetic insights can help in designing personalized nutrition plans that enhance performance and accelerate recovery.
- For instance, variations in genes related to antioxidant enzyme production can influence an athlete’s oxidative stress response and recovery needs
Personalized Nutrition Plans
- By analyzing an athlete’s genetic profile, nutritionists can recommend specific dietary adjustments, supplements, and timing of nutrient intake.
- This personalized approach can address individual differences in metabolism, nutrient requirements, and risk of injury.
Applications in Sports
Endurance Sports
- Tailoring carbohydrate intake based on genetic predispositions can enhance energy utilization and endurance.
- Genetic variations in the ACE and ACTN3 genes can provide insights into an athlete’s potential for endurance versus power activities
Strength and Power Sports
- Understanding how genes influence muscle fiber composition and recovery can help in optimizing protein intake and other nutrients crucial for muscle repair and growth.
- Variants in the COL5A1 gene can affect collagen synthesis, impacting tendon and ligament strength, and thus injury risk.
Hydration and Electrolyte Balance
- Genes like the CYP1A2 gene can affect caffeine metabolism, influencing hydration strategies and the use of caffeine as a performance enhancer.
- Genetic variations can also affect sodium balance and hydration needs, crucial for endurance athletes.
Injury Prevention and Recovery
- By identifying genetic markers associated with inflammation and oxidative stress, nutrition plans can be adjusted to include more anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-rich foods.
- Personalized supplementation (e.g., omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D) can support joint health and reduce injury risk.
PERSONALIZED APPROACH
By leveraging the insights from sports nutrition genomics, athletes can achieve a more personalized approach to their diet and training, potentially leading to enhanced performance and better health outcomes.
Sports Nutrition Genomics and Performance
This program includes an initial assessment, dietary analysis, lab work for sports performance, a wellness guide, performance-boosting supplements, athlete reports, personalized meal plans, and progress assessments.
- One-hour initial assessment
- Complete dietary analysis
- Lab work for sports performance
- Data-driven Wellness guide
- Evidence based supplements for peak performance
- Athlete Performance consumer reports
- Ongoing assessment of progress
Sports Nutrition Genomics and Performance
Comprehensive Wellness and Elite Nutrition
This program provides wellness assessments, dietary guidance, lab tests, goal tracking, supplements, custom meal plans, progress checks, weekly calls, and optional genetic testing.
- One-hour initial assessment
- Wellness Questionnaire
- Complete dietary analysis
- Personal Health Analysis
- Data-driven Wellness guide
- Lab work for optimal health
- Consumer report of goals and progress
- Evidence based supplements for optimal health
- Ongoing assessment of progress
- 15 minute weekly zoom calls
- Nutrigenomic testing available (if applicable)
- Pharmacogenomic testing available (if applicable)
Comprehensive Wellness and Elite Nutrition
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