In Episode 101, we meet up with Joel Totoro to talk sports nutrition and supplementation. One of first questions we had was how does one choose a high quality supplement company for your health, nutrition and performance. We find out through Joel that a good deal of effort goes into selecting high quality ingredients for supplement product to make sure the customer gets the best and safest formulations for their needs. The products must be tested regularly for everything from pesticides to heavy metals to banned substances. Having researchers, medical doctors, naturopaths and registered dieticians as part of the team that all contribute to the development of high quality supplements is essential in this day and age. We discuss the use of supplements with young athletes and the key supplements that should be taken by adults to address typical deficiencies and provide a boost where possible. Other topics covered included hydration requirements to address cramping, supplementation needs when recovering from injuries, optimal protein sources, vegan options for protein, creatine use and nutritional advice for those of us that are getting older.

Joel Totoro is the Director of Sports Science at Thorne Research based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Joel has previously worked as a Nutrition Solution Manager at EXOS, a Registered Sports Dietitian with the University of Michigan and the Head Sports Dietitian with the New England Patriots for eight years from 2004 to 2012.

Thorne Research has been dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of people worldwide by providing innovative, high-quality, research-based nutritional supplements, health diagnostics technology platforms, and the latest in medical education. Through their products and services, their passionate, talented staff, collaboration with a variety of innovative and expert strategic partners, and an unwavering commitment to integrity, Thorne Research strives to become a leading health-care company serving people around the world.

You can find out more information on Joel Totoro and Thorne via the following links:

Website: https://www.thorne.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Thorne_Research

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jctotoro/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThorneResearch


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