Is Sugar Bad For Athletes? The Truth About Sugar-- with Samantha Cassetty, MS, RD

Let's talk about all things sugar, and whether or not it's "bad" for athletes. Samantha Cassetty is a nationally recognized food, nutrition, and wellness expert and the co-author of Sugar Shock. In this episode Natalie and Sam chat about:the difference between natural and added sugars whether or not fruit (and dried fruit) have "too much sugar"the "sugar cycle" and how to break ithow to satisfy sugar cravingsdifferent forms of sugar and whether one is healthier than anotherthe low down on artificial sweeteners, stevia and monkfruithow added sugars in sports drinks benefit athletesthe glycemic index and if it's helpful for athletesResources: SHAPE article on Sports Drinks: https://www.shape.com/healthy-eating/healthy-drinks/guide-to-sports-drinksFollow Sam on social media @nutritionistsam or visit her website samanthacassetty.comBuy Sam's book Sugar Shock! (affiliate link)Follow Natalie on social media @greenletes or visit greenletes.comApply to work with Natalie for 1-on-1 nutrition coaching! Have questions or want to request a show topic? DM us @greenletesCheck out Natalie's book 📕: Planted Performance