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Performance Nutrition: What Really Matters? | Prof Shawn Arent
In this episode of We Do Science, I’m joined by Professor Shawn Arent to explore what still matters in performance nutrition and how to separate established scientific principles from changing trends. We discuss what has evolved in sports nutrition, which fundamentals remain important, and what matters when translating scientific evidence into real-world practice.
Shawn explains why hydration, carbohydrates and protein remain central to athletic performance, while addressing common misconceptio
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Nov. 12, 2026
Performance Nutrition: What Really Matters? | Prof Shawn Arent
In this episode of We Do Science, I’m joined by Professor Shawn Arent to explore what still matters in performance nutrition and how to separate established scientific principles from changing trends. We discuss what has evolved in sports nutrition, which fundamentals remain important, and what matters when translating scientific evidence into real-world practice. Shawn explains why hydration, carbohydrates and protein remain central to athletic performance, while addressing common misconceptio
Nov. 5, 2026
Sodium Bicarbonate for Performance: Benefits, Dosing and Side Effects | Prof. Lewis Gough
In this episode of We Do Science, I’m joined by Professor Lewis Gough to explore sodium bicarbonate supplementation and its role in sport and exercise performance. We discuss how it works, what the research tells us, and what matters when translating that evidence into practice. Lewis explains the science of buffering, clears up common misconceptions about lactate and muscle fatigue, and shares insights from his research with athletes. We explore which types of exercise may benefit, why individ
Oct. 30, 2026
Women's Training and Nutrition: What the Evidence Says | Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple
Should women train and eat differently from men? In this episode of We Do Science, I’m joined by Dr Lauren Colenso-Semple to explore female physiology, resistance training and how we translate research into practical recommendations. Drawing on her experience as both a coach and a researcher, Lauren discusses her work examining muscle protein synthesis across menstrual cycle phases. We explore the evidence behind cycle syncing, the importance of measuring hormones accurately, and why findings f
Oct. 22, 2026
NFL Nutrition: From the Lab to the Pitch | Dr. Matt Frakes
What does it take to deliver performance nutrition in the NFL? In this episode of We Do Science, I’m joined by Dr Matt Frakes of the New York Giants to explore the realities of supporting elite athletes and turning nutrition research into everyday practice. Matt shares his journey from college football player and clinical dietitian to working in collegiate sport and the NFL. We discuss why qualifications alone don’t earn an athlete’s trust, how to build relationships with players and their supp
Oct. 15, 2026
Can Muscle Adapt When You're Eating Less? | Dr Jose Areta
What happens to your muscles when you exercise in a calorie deficit? In this episode of We Do Science, I’m joined by Dr José Areta, Associate Professor in Exercise Metabolism and Nutrition at Liverpool John Moores University, to explore how muscle responds when energy intake is reduced—and why muscle size is only part of the picture. José takes us through his research examining five days of low energy availability alongside aerobic exercise in men. Looking beyond body weight and lean mass, his
Oct. 8, 2026
The Food Matrix: Rethinking Protein Nutrition | Prof. Nick Burd
Is more protein always better? In this episode of We Do Science, I’m joined by Professor Nick Burd to explore protein nutrition, muscle adaptation and why the amount of protein we eat is only part of the story. Returning to the podcast after six years, Nick shares insights from his research at the University of Illinois into protein metabolism and the food matrix: how a food’s structure and surrounding nutrients influence the way our bodies respond to it. From eggs and salmon to whey and casein
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