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Plant-Based Nutrition and Supplements for Optimal Athletic Performance.
Richard M Rosenfeld1, Samantha Zinman2, Jonathan P Bonnet3
1Department of Otolaryngology, SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University, Brooklyn, NY, USA (RMR).
American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine
|November 7, 2025
Summary
Plant-based diets are as effective as omnivore diets for athletic performance and muscle protein synthesis when protein intake is sufficient. Key supplements like caffeine and creatine can enhance athletic outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Sports Nutrition
- Dietary Science
- Exercise Physiology
Background:
- Growing interest in plant-based diets and their impact on athletic performance.
- Need for a comprehensive review of current research on plant-based nutrition for athletes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the best available research on plant-based nutrition and supplements for athletic performance.
- To provide evidence-based guidance for athletes on plant-based eating patterns.
Main Methods:
- Systematic reviews
- Randomized controlled trials
- Comparative studies
Main Results:
- Plant-based diets are non-inferior to omnivore diets for athletic performance and muscle protein synthesis with similar macronutrient content.
- Sufficient total protein intake from plant-based sources is comparable to animal-based sources.
- Supplements like caffeine, creatine, protein, and essential amino acids show strong evidence for performance enhancement.
Conclusions:
- Plant-based nutrition can support athletic performance effectively.
- Strategic supplementation can provide additional benefits for athletes.
- Guidance is offered for athletes of all levels on plant-based strategies.
Keywords:
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