The Athlete’s Sodium Master Plan: Re-evaluating Salt Intake for Optimal Performance and Health
The WHO's recommendation to limit salt to 5 grams daily is inappropriate and dangerous for athletes. Due to sodium loss through sweat, athletes have elevated needs, which are intensified by diets like ketogenic, paleo, or fasting. This report breaks down the physiology behind these requirements and provides a strategic framework for managing sodium, optimizing performance and health without falling for conventional nutrition myths....