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Group B Supplements in Sport
Nutrition, Lecture Australian Athletics Nutrition, Lecture Australian Athletics

Group B Supplements in Sport

Learn from Professor Louise Burke, one of the world’s leading sports nutrition experts, for an insightful presentation on Group B supplements within the AIS Sports Supplement Framework. Originally presented at the 2023 Endurance Coaching Conference.

Group B supplements are those with emerging scientific support, warranting further research but showing potential benefits in certain sporting contexts. In this session, Prof. Burke will explore key subcategories, including:

  • Fruit-Derived Polyphenols – Food compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

  • Menthol – A tastant that interacts with sensory receptors, influencing temperature perception and breathability.

  • Ketone Supplements – Investigated for their role in metabolism and endurance performance.

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