Dispelling Protein Myths
Dispelling Protein Myths
By Chris Rosenbloom, PhD, RDN
Swimmers often ask about protein, and while protein is a hot topic in sports nutrition for good reason, some lingering myths remain. This is especially true for vegetarian athletes who know they need protein but don’t eat the usual sources of eggs, milk, meat or seafood. Here are the top concerns I hear from vegetarian swimmers and some facts to set the record straight.
