{"id":6164,"date":"2025-03-18T11:02:10","date_gmt":"2025-03-18T10:02:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gympod.touchbay-client.com\/?p=6164"},"modified":"2025-06-03T10:20:46","modified_gmt":"2025-06-03T08:20:46","slug":"myths-facts-about-sports-nutrition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gympod.touchbay-client.com\/en\/myths-facts-about-sports-nutrition\/","title":{"rendered":"Myths &#038; facts about sports nutrition"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container has-pattern-background has-mask-background nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling tb-post-content\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:calc( 1200px + 60px );margin-left: calc(-60px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-60px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:30px;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:30px;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:30px;--awb-spacing-left-medium:30px;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:30px;--awb-spacing-left-small:30px;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-title title fusion-title-1 fusion-sep-none fusion-title-text fusion-title-size-two\" style=\"--awb-margin-top-small:10px;--awb-margin-right-small:0px;--awb-margin-bottom-small:10px;--awb-margin-left-small:0px;\"><h2 class=\"fusion-title-heading title-heading-left\" style=\"margin:0;\">Myths &#038; facts about sports nutrition<\/h2><\/div><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;margin-top:20px;width:100%;\"><\/div><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\" style=\"--awb-border-size:1px;--awb-icon-size:16px;--awb-content-font-size:var(--awb-typography4-font-size);--awb-icon-alignment:left;--awb-hover-color:var(--awb-color2);--awb-border-color:var(--awb-color3);--awb-background-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-divider-color:var(--awb-color3);--awb-divider-hover-color:var(--awb-color3);--awb-icon-color:var(--awb-color1);--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-icon-box-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-toggle-hover-accent-color:var(--awb-color5);--awb-title-font-family:&quot;Roboto&quot;;--awb-title-font-weight:400;--awb-title-font-style:normal;--awb-title-font-size:16px;--awb-content-font-family:&quot;Roboto&quot;;--awb-content-font-style:normal;--awb-content-font-weight:var(--awb-typography4);\"><div class=\"panel-group fusion-toggle-icon-boxed\" id=\"accordion-6164-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-a414fd2f1b0c0028d fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_a414fd2f1b0c0028d\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"a414fd2f1b0c0028d\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-6164-1\" data-target=\"#a414fd2f1b0c0028d\" href=\"#a414fd2f1b0c0028d\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Myth #1: \u201cNo muscle gains without protein shakes!\u201d<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"a414fd2f1b0c0028d\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_a414fd2f1b0c0028d\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>\u2705\u00a0 <strong>Fact:<\/strong> Protein shakes are convenient, but not essential. A <strong data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"150\">balanced diet<\/strong> with enough protein sources like <strong data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"219\">chicken, fish, eggs, or legumes<\/strong> is more than enough to support muscle growth.\u00a0Shakes are especially useful when you&#8217;re short on time or <strong data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"386\">can\u2019t meet your protein needs through whole foods alone<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-009e5f91ebc4c3d79 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_009e5f91ebc4c3d79\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"009e5f91ebc4c3d79\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-6164-1\" data-target=\"#009e5f91ebc4c3d79\" href=\"#009e5f91ebc4c3d79\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Myth #2: \u201cEating at night makes you gain weight.\u201d<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"009e5f91ebc4c3d79\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_009e5f91ebc4c3d79\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>\u2705\u00a0\u00a0<strong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"76\">Fact:\u00a0<\/strong><strong data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"110\">Total daily calorie balance<\/strong> matters! Weight gain occurs from a <strong data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"167\">calorie surplus<\/strong>, not from the timing of meals. Eating at night is perfectly fine as long as your overall balance remains in check. In fact, a <strong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"337\">protein- and carbohydrate-rich meal<\/strong> after an evening workout can actually aid in <strong data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"395\">recovery<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-28273e1d3fd4e4f8a fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_28273e1d3fd4e4f8a\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"28273e1d3fd4e4f8a\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-6164-1\" data-target=\"#28273e1d3fd4e4f8a\" href=\"#28273e1d3fd4e4f8a\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Myth #3: \u201cLow-carb is ideal for athletes.\u201d<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"28273e1d3fd4e4f8a\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_28273e1d3fd4e4f8a\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>\u2705\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>Fact:\u00a0<\/strong><strong data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"141\">Carbohydrates are the primary energy source for intense workouts. <\/strong>Too few carbs can negatively affect both <strong data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"213\">performance and recovery<\/strong>.\u00a0What matters is the <strong data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"283\">right amount and quality of carbohydrates<\/strong>, tailored to your training goals.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-3436dc915d56a044b fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_3436dc915d56a044b\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"3436dc915d56a044b\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-6164-1\" data-target=\"#3436dc915d56a044b\" href=\"#3436dc915d56a044b\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Myth #4: \u201cDrinking too much water during exercise is bad.\u201d<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"3436dc915d56a044b\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_3436dc915d56a044b\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>\u2705\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>Fakt:\u00a0<\/strong><strong data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"119\">Dehydration negatively affects performance. <\/strong>Drinking regularly in small sips is the best way to maintain hydration during exercise.\u00a0While drinking too much at once can be uncomfortable, your body needs <strong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"308\">adequate water intake<\/strong>, especially during longer or more intense workouts.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-c730f08c4559b6d5e fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_c730f08c4559b6d5e\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"c730f08c4559b6d5e\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-6164-1\" data-target=\"#c730f08c4559b6d5e\" href=\"#c730f08c4559b6d5e\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Myth #5: \u201cCaffeine dehydrates the body.\u201d<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"c730f08c4559b6d5e\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_c730f08c4559b6d5e\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>\u2705\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>Fakt:\u00a0<\/strong>In <strong data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"95\">moderate amounts<\/strong>, coffee does not cause dehydration. In fact, it can even <strong data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"184\">boost endurance performance<\/strong>. Studies show that <strong data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"234\">moderate caffeine intake<\/strong> does not negatively affect hydration levels.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-8819f05e47b71d5bd fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_8819f05e47b71d5bd\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"8819f05e47b71d5bd\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-6164-1\" data-target=\"#8819f05e47b71d5bd\" href=\"#8819f05e47b71d5bd\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Myth #6: \u201cThe more protein, the faster the muscle growth.\u201d<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"8819f05e47b71d5bd\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_8819f05e47b71d5bd\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>\u2705\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>Fakt:<\/strong> The body can only utilize a <strong data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"147\">limited amount of protein per meal<\/strong>. Excess protein is not used for muscle growth but is either <strong data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"231\">burned for energy<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"245\">stored<\/strong>. The <strong data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"280\">right amount of protein<\/strong> varies individually and depends on <strong data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"354\">training intensity and body weight<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-7df194127d105c822 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_7df194127d105c822\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"7df194127d105c822\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-6164-1\" data-target=\"#7df194127d105c822\" href=\"#7df194127d105c822\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Myth #7: \u201cFat makes you fat.\u201d<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"7df194127d105c822\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_7df194127d105c822\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>\u2705\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>Fakt:<\/strong> <strong data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"139\">Healthy fats are essential for hormone balance and cell health. <\/strong>Athletes, in particular, benefit from a balanced intake of fats (e.g., from nuts, avocados, and fish). What matters is the <strong data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"294\">overall calorie balance<\/strong>, not just the fat content alone.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default panel-afd234d021279a7b8 fusion-toggle-has-divider\" style=\"--awb-title-color:var(--awb-color8);--awb-content-color:var(--awb-color8);\"><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 class=\"panel-title toggle\" id=\"toggle_afd234d021279a7b8\"><a aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"afd234d021279a7b8\" role=\"button\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-parent=\"#accordion-6164-1\" data-target=\"#afd234d021279a7b8\" href=\"#afd234d021279a7b8\"><span class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span><span class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">Conclusion<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"afd234d021279a7b8\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse \" aria-labelledby=\"toggle_afd234d021279a7b8\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content fusion-clearfix\">\n<p>Many nutrition myths persist, even though science has long proven the opposite. With <strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"191\">well-founded knowledge<\/strong>, you can optimize your diet and improve your athletic performance. Stay curious and critical \u2013 your body will thank you!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":4785,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[92,93],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-6164","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-food-en","category-nutrition-tips"],"raw_content":"[fusion_builder_container type=\"flex\" hundred_percent=\"no\" hundred_percent_height=\"no\" min_height_medium=\"\" min_height_small=\"\" min_height=\"\" hundred_percent_height_scroll=\"no\" align_content=\"stretch\" flex_align_items=\"flex-start\" 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open=\"no\" awb-switch-editor-focus=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\" fusion_font_family_title_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_title_font=\"\" title_font_size=\"\" title_line_height=\"\" title_letter_spacing=\"\" title_text_transform=\"\" title_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\" hue=\"\" saturation=\"\" lightness=\"\" alpha=\"\" fusion_font_family_content_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_content_font=\"\" content_font_size=\"\" content_line_height=\"\" content_letter_spacing=\"\" content_text_transform=\"\" content_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\"]\r\n\r\n\u2705\u00a0 <strong>Fact:<\/strong> Protein shakes are convenient, but not essential. A <strong data-start=\"133\" data-end=\"150\">balanced diet<\/strong> with enough protein sources like <strong data-start=\"184\" data-end=\"219\">chicken, fish, eggs, or legumes<\/strong> is more than enough to support muscle growth.\u00a0Shakes are especially useful when you're short on time or <strong data-start=\"327\" data-end=\"386\">can\u2019t meet your protein needs through whole foods alone<\/strong>.\r\n\r\n[\/fusion_toggle][fusion_toggle title=\"Myth #2: \u201cEating at night makes you gain weight.\u201d\" open=\"no\" awb-switch-editor-focus=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\" fusion_font_family_title_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_title_font=\"\" title_font_size=\"\" title_line_height=\"\" title_letter_spacing=\"\" title_text_transform=\"\" title_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\" hue=\"\" saturation=\"\" lightness=\"\" alpha=\"\" fusion_font_family_content_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_content_font=\"\" content_font_size=\"\" content_line_height=\"\" content_letter_spacing=\"\" content_text_transform=\"\" content_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\"]\r\n\r\n\u2705\u00a0\u00a0<strong data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"76\">Fact:\u00a0<\/strong><strong data-start=\"79\" data-end=\"110\">Total daily calorie balance<\/strong> matters! Weight gain occurs from a <strong data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"167\">calorie surplus<\/strong>, not from the timing of meals. Eating at night is perfectly fine as long as your overall balance remains in check. In fact, a <strong data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"337\">protein- and carbohydrate-rich meal<\/strong> after an evening workout can actually aid in <strong data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"395\">recovery<\/strong>.\r\n\r\n[\/fusion_toggle][fusion_toggle title=\"Myth #3: \u201cLow-carb is ideal for athletes.\u201d\" open=\"no\" awb-switch-editor-focus=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\" fusion_font_family_title_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_title_font=\"\" title_font_size=\"\" title_line_height=\"\" title_letter_spacing=\"\" title_text_transform=\"\" title_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\" hue=\"\" saturation=\"\" lightness=\"\" alpha=\"\" fusion_font_family_content_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_content_font=\"\" content_font_size=\"\" content_line_height=\"\" content_letter_spacing=\"\" content_text_transform=\"\" content_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\"]\r\n\r\n\u2705\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>Fact:\u00a0<\/strong><strong data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"141\">Carbohydrates are the primary energy source for intense workouts. <\/strong>Too few carbs can negatively affect both <strong data-start=\"185\" data-end=\"213\">performance and recovery<\/strong>.\u00a0What matters is the <strong data-start=\"238\" data-end=\"283\">right amount and quality of carbohydrates<\/strong>, tailored to your training goals.\r\n\r\n[\/fusion_toggle][fusion_toggle title=\"Myth #4: \u201cDrinking too much water during exercise is bad.\u201d\" open=\"no\" awb-switch-editor-focus=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\" fusion_font_family_title_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_title_font=\"\" title_font_size=\"\" title_line_height=\"\" title_letter_spacing=\"\" title_text_transform=\"\" title_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\" hue=\"\" saturation=\"\" lightness=\"\" alpha=\"\" fusion_font_family_content_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_content_font=\"\" content_font_size=\"\" content_line_height=\"\" content_letter_spacing=\"\" content_text_transform=\"\" content_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\"]\r\n\r\n\u2705\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>Fakt:\u00a0<\/strong><strong data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"119\">Dehydration negatively affects performance. <\/strong>Drinking regularly in small sips is the best way to maintain hydration during exercise.\u00a0While drinking too much at once can be uncomfortable, your body needs <strong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"308\">adequate water intake<\/strong>, especially during longer or more intense workouts.\r\n\r\n[\/fusion_toggle][fusion_toggle title=\"Myth #5: \u201cCaffeine dehydrates the body.\u201d\" open=\"no\" awb-switch-editor-focus=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\" fusion_font_family_title_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_title_font=\"\" title_font_size=\"\" title_line_height=\"\" title_letter_spacing=\"\" title_text_transform=\"\" title_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\" hue=\"\" saturation=\"\" lightness=\"\" alpha=\"\" fusion_font_family_content_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_content_font=\"\" content_font_size=\"\" content_line_height=\"\" content_letter_spacing=\"\" content_text_transform=\"\" content_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\"]\r\n\r\n\u2705\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>Fakt:\u00a0<\/strong>In <strong data-start=\"75\" data-end=\"95\">moderate amounts<\/strong>, coffee does not cause dehydration. In fact, it can even <strong data-start=\"153\" data-end=\"184\">boost endurance performance<\/strong>. Studies show that <strong data-start=\"206\" data-end=\"234\">moderate caffeine intake<\/strong> does not negatively affect hydration levels.\r\n\r\n[\/fusion_toggle][fusion_toggle title=\"Myth #6: \u201cThe more protein, the faster the muscle growth.\u201d\" open=\"no\" awb-switch-editor-focus=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\" fusion_font_family_title_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_title_font=\"\" title_font_size=\"\" title_line_height=\"\" title_letter_spacing=\"\" title_text_transform=\"\" title_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\" hue=\"\" saturation=\"\" lightness=\"\" alpha=\"\" fusion_font_family_content_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_content_font=\"\" content_font_size=\"\" content_line_height=\"\" content_letter_spacing=\"\" content_text_transform=\"\" content_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\"]\r\n\r\n\u2705\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>Fakt:<\/strong> The body can only utilize a <strong data-start=\"109\" data-end=\"147\">limited amount of protein per meal<\/strong>. Excess protein is not used for muscle growth but is either <strong data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"231\">burned for energy<\/strong> or <strong data-start=\"235\" data-end=\"245\">stored<\/strong>. The <strong data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"280\">right amount of protein<\/strong> varies individually and depends on <strong data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"354\">training intensity and body weight<\/strong>.\r\n\r\n[\/fusion_toggle][fusion_toggle title=\"Myth #7: \u201cFat makes you fat.\u201d\" open=\"no\" awb-switch-editor-focus=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\" fusion_font_family_title_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_title_font=\"\" title_font_size=\"\" title_line_height=\"\" title_letter_spacing=\"\" title_text_transform=\"\" title_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\" hue=\"\" saturation=\"\" lightness=\"\" alpha=\"\" fusion_font_family_content_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_content_font=\"\" content_font_size=\"\" content_line_height=\"\" content_letter_spacing=\"\" content_text_transform=\"\" content_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\"]\r\n\r\n\u2705\u00a0 \u00a0<strong>Fakt:<\/strong> <strong data-start=\"72\" data-end=\"139\">Healthy fats are essential for hormone balance and cell health. <\/strong>Athletes, in particular, benefit from a balanced intake of fats (e.g., from nuts, avocados, and fish). What matters is the <strong data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"294\">overall calorie balance<\/strong>, not just the fat content alone.\r\n\r\n[\/fusion_toggle][fusion_toggle title=\"Conclusion\" open=\"no\" awb-switch-editor-focus=\"\" class=\"\" id=\"\" fusion_font_family_title_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_title_font=\"\" title_font_size=\"\" title_line_height=\"\" title_letter_spacing=\"\" title_text_transform=\"\" title_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\" hue=\"\" saturation=\"\" lightness=\"\" alpha=\"\" fusion_font_family_content_font=\"\" fusion_font_variant_content_font=\"\" content_font_size=\"\" content_line_height=\"\" content_letter_spacing=\"\" content_text_transform=\"\" content_color=\"var(--awb-color8)\"]\r\n\r\nMany nutrition myths persist, even though science has long proven the opposite. With <strong data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"191\">well-founded knowledge<\/strong>, you can optimize your diet and improve your athletic performance. 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