Dietary supplementation and ergogenic aids are widely used by the general population, as well as athletic populations, in order to improve performance,well-being and health. However, of the supplements available on the market, only a few have an adequate level of evidence-based support to suggest that they may benefit physical and sporting performance . Therefore, examining the current research and scientific evidence is critical for evidence-based practioners to provide safe and effective strategies. The goal for this Research Topic is to highlight research investigating the effects of nutrition strategies, including diet, dietary supplements and ergogenic aids, to optimize either health or performance in various populations. Research using non-traditional groups, such as adapted athletes, women, older and young people, as well as into precision nutrition, injury prevention, return to play and weight management, is warranted. Furthermore, there is also a need for studies that have examined the legality, efficacy, and safety of supplements for the purpose of improving exercise performance and health. Original data, meta-analyses and systematic reviews, and narrative reviews, as well as case reports of elite athletes, will be taken into consideration for this research topic.
Dietary supplementation and ergogenic aids are widely used by the general population, as well as athletic populations, in order to improve performance,well-being and health. However, of the supplements available on the market, only a few have an adequate level of evidence-based support to suggest that they may benefit physical and sporting performance . Therefore, examining the current research and scientific evidence is critical for evidence-based practioners to provide safe and effective strategies. The goal for this Research Topic is to highlight research investigating the effects of nutrition strategies, including diet, dietary supplements and ergogenic aids, to optimize either health or performance in various populations. Research using non-traditional groups, such as adapted athletes, women, older and young people, as well as into precision nutrition, injury prevention, return to play and weight management, is warranted. Furthermore, there is also a need for studies that have examined the legality, efficacy, and safety of supplements for the purpose of improving exercise performance and health. Original data, meta-analyses and systematic reviews, and narrative reviews, as well as case reports of elite athletes, will be taken into consideration for this research topic.