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EPISODE · Aug 25, 2026 · 54 MIN

S4 Ep25 - Sports supplements that actually work (& which are a waste of £££)

from The GB Sports Performance Podcast · host Grace Brown

Creatine, electrolytes, protein powder, collagen… do you actually need them?In this episode, I’m joined by sports nutritionist Nicola Marsh to cut through the marketing and talk about the sports supplements that actually have evidence behind them, which ones might be wasting your money, and when supplementation can genuinely support your health and performance.We cover:Creatine for strength, performance and female athletesProtein powders: whey vs plant-based and isolate vs concentrateWhen athletes actually need electrolytesOmega-3 and vitamin DCollagen, BCAAs and other popular supplementsIron deficiency and supplementation for female athletesSupplements for perimenopause and menopauseCaffeine, carbs and supplements for competitionWhy supplements should never replace good nutrition, hydration, sleep and recoveryThe 3 questions to ask before taking any supplementIf you’re looking for practical, evidence-based advice on sports nutrition, supplements for athletes, creatine, protein, electrolytes, female athlete nutrition and improving sports performance, this episode is for you.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WORK WITH ME⁠⁠⁠

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