12 reactions | Everyone wants the new supplement… but the biggest wins I see in the clinic come from the basics people overlook. The foundations, steps, strength, sleep, stress, and protein-will move your energy, mood, inflammation, and long-term health more than any pill ever will. Dial these in first. Then add supplements if you need them. Longevity really is simple, it’s the consistency that’s hard. #longevitymadesimple #supplements #healthspan | Dr. Danny McGee | Facebook

Before jumping into supplement use, Kim Mueller, R.D., recommends looking into the diet of the athlete, as well as other factors. Make sure the fundamentals are taken care of before adding to the athlete’s daily intake. There are cases where supplementation is necessary, but both benefits and risks should be accounted for prior to prescribing supplementation. Watch the full interview on the Human Kinetics YouTube channel, and learn more in her book, Dietary Supplements in Sport Performance, writ

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