Sports Nutrition Explained: Eat Smarter, Perform Better
About this episode
Dr. Mohammed K. Paika explains the science of sports nutrition and its impact on performance and recovery.
#SportsNutrition #FitnessNutrition #AthleteFuel #PerformanceNutrition #DrPaika Think carbohydrates are the enemy? Think again. In this episode, Dr. Mohammed K. Paika, Board-Certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, breaks down the science of sports nutrition in a practical, evidence-based way. Learn how carbohydrates, protein, fats, hydration, and micronutrients work together to improve performance, accelerate recovery, and help you train consistently. Whether your goal is building muscle, increasing strength, improving endurance, losing fat while preserving lean mass, or simply getting more out of your workouts, understanding how to fuel your body is one of the biggest keys to long-term success. In this video you'll learn: ✅ Why carbohydrates are essential for performance ✅ The truth about glycogen and muscle energy ✅ How much protein you really need ✅ Why healthy fats are critical for hormone health ✅ The importance of hydration and electrolytes ✅ Pre- and post-workout nutrition strategies ✅ How to eat for better recovery and consistent progress Forget fad diets and nutrition myths. Learn the science behind fueling your body so you can train harder, recover faster…
Topics covered
- sports nutrition
- performance nutrition
- carbohydrates
- protein
- hydration
- athlete fuel
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