Can Vitamins Improve Athletic Performance?

Achieving optimal athletic performance requires a high energy expenditure, but in turn, high energy output must be adequately fueled. The importance of proper nutrition and

Mental Health & Wellness In Sports with Guest Natalie Graves

In this week’s episode of the Sports Medicine Weekly Podcast, Dr. Brian Cole is joined by a special guest, Natalie Graves. Natalie Graves is an

Biotechnology In Sports

Sports biotechnology uses various scientific techniques and technologies to improve athletic performance and recovery. Genetic engineering, stem cells, and performance-enhancing drugs are some of its

Using Light Therapy To Treat Certain Medical Conditions

Sunshine makes people feel good. Consumers seek out products that simulate sunshine, like alarm clocks that wake them with a simulated sunrise, and therapy lamps

How Genetics Can Shape Athletic Performance

What does it take to be a great athlete? The age-old phrase ‘hard work and perseverance always pays off’ may ring true for some, but

Why Athletes Need Protein

Protein is one of the essential macronutrients in the body, along with carbohydrates and fats, which help the body grow and develop over time. Without

The Relationship Between Inflammation and Your Diet

Inflammation is the body’s mechanism for healing itself. When your body encounters a virus, bacteria, or suffers an injury, it activates your immune system. The

How Much Exercise Do You Need for a Longer, Healthier Life?

For many years, The American Heart Association and organizations such as the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services have published physical activity guidelines outlining

The Evaluation and Management of Concussions

Each year, there are an estimated 1.7 to 3.8 million traumatic brain injuries in the United States, and more than 20 percent arise due to

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