Tom Brady Doesn’t Eat Tomatoes. Should I?

Tomatoes provide a nutritional powerhouse.*    Yet, Tom Brady, the phenomenal quarterback of the New England Patriots, avoids tomatoes because he says they cause inflammation.  Well,

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Can high intake of vitamin C prevent colds after extreme exertions?

Vitamin C is needed for proper immune function.  Strong stress on the body can increase the need for vitamin C.  Therefore, high intakes of vitamin

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Will drinking a sugared drink like Gatorade® help with a 1-hour workout?

Yes, a moderately high amount of sugar can do it, but it may depend on the type of exercise.  A product like Gatorade® provides hydration,

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Is there a study saying vitamin D can give me a better VO2 max?

Maybe.  VO2 max measures the maximum amount of oxygen someone can use during exertion. This gives an indication of aerobic fitness, though it does not

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