Winter hasn’t gone away just yet, and yes, the dreaded cold and flu season still looms ahead. The good news… The human body has distinctive mechanisms that protect against microscopic invaders that cause us to have a runny nose, stomach virus and the dreaded flu. Thankfully, there are two main components that help protect us during flu season.

Halloween marks the beginning of yet another holiday season. A looming holiday season brings thoughts of cookies and cakes, turkey and trimmings, pumpkin and pecan pies. Moreover, with racing season on the low down, it is not difficult to pack on the off-season pounds. With a survival guide and a plan of action though, you do not have to forego the traditions and feasts this time of year in order to remain at your ideal weight.

There’s a carbo-loading myth among athletes. Anytime I mention that I am a sports nutritionist I immediately get bombarded with questions on the night before a marathon, or some similar carbo-loading meal question pertaining to an endurance event. It has amazed me over the years that this meal is the one most have been led to believe is the one that determines performance success.

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Hi guys, My name is Ilana, and I am honored to be the blog’s sports nutritionist. I thought it would be appropriate to introduce myself, so that you understand my background and my philosophy as you read my posts. I would love your feedback and am open to question & answer as we get to know one another. [...]

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