{"title":"Protein \u0026 Sports Nutrition","description":"\u003cp\u003eSports nutrition products help active adults meet protein, fluid and energy needs around training, as part of a balanced diet. This department covers whey and plant protein powders, creatine, electrolyte and hydration mixes, amino acids, protein bars and recovery products. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat to look for on the label \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a protein powder, check grams of protein per scoop, the protein source (whey concentrate, whey isolate, pea, soy or a blend), added sugars and the allergen statement for milk or soy. Creatine is usually listed as creatine monohydrate in grams. Electrolyte mixes list sodium and potassium in mg. Athletes who are drug tested may look for NSF Certified for Sport or Informed Sport on the specific product label. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGood to know \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome states, including New York, restrict sales of certain muscle-building supplements to people under 18. If you have kidney disease, talk to your doctor before using protein powders or creatine. Related: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/minerals\"\u003eMinerals\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/omega-3-fish-oil\"\u003eOmega-3 \u0026amp; Fish Oil\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/greens-superfoods\"\u003eGreens \u0026amp; Superfoods\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/collagen-beauty-nutrition\"\u003eCollagen \u0026amp; Beauty Nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e, and our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/nutrition-guides\/third-party-tested-supplements-seals\"\u003eguide to third-party seals\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions \u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhey or plant protein? \u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhey comes from milk and is a complete protein. Pea, soy, rice and blended plant proteins suit people who avoid dairy; check the allergen statement and grams of protein per scoop. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need an electrolyte mix? \u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor most everyday exercise, water and regular meals are enough. Electrolyte mixes are often used for long or hot workouts; check the sodium and sugar per serving. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat does NSF Certified for Sport mean? \u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's a program that tests specific products for substances banned in sport and checks label contents. The seal applies only to the product that carries it. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1005\/3491\/1282\/collections\/nv-ban-protein-sq.jpg?v=1794338089","url":"https:\/\/naturalvitaminsonline.com\/collections\/protein-sports-nutrition.oembed","provider":"Natural Vitamins Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}