Registration

6:00 am – 8:00 am

Register, check-in (required), and pick up materials for the day.

Welcome and Intro

8:00 am – 8:15 am

Dotsie Bausch and Scott Stoll, MD

Game of Gains: A New Paradigm in Performance Nutrition

8:15 am – 9:15 am

Dotsie Bausch, Jeff Olson, Scott Stoll, MD

Summary

For decades macronutrients dominated the discussion in sports nutrition today. The new science of performance reveals that optimized, cellular, and physiologic function is dominated by micronutrients. Pulling from the new science, Jeff and Scott this session will present a new construct of sports nutrition and the food patterns that fuel performance both in competition and daily life.

Learning Objectives

1. Examine the evolution from a macronutrient-focused approach to one that emphasizes the role of micronutrients in optimizing cellular and physiological functions for athletic performance.

2. Analyze the specific micronutrients that have been identified as crucial for enhancing athletic performance and overall health, based on recent scientific research.

3. Develop practical strategies for incorporating micronutrient-rich foods into daily and competition diets to optimize athletic performance and recovery.

References

1. Ghazzawi, Hadeel Ali, et al. “Exploring the relationship between micronutrients and athletic performance: A comprehensive scientific systematic review of the literature in sports medicine.” Sports 6 (2023): 109.

2. Maier, Stephen P., et al. “Plant-based diets and sports performance: a clinical review.” Sport Sciences for Health 4 (2023): 1059-1081.

3. Larrosa, Mar, et al. “Nutritional strategies for optimizing health, sports performance, and recovery for female athletes and other physically active women: A systematic review.” Nutrition Reviews (2024): nuae082.

4. Beck, Kathryn L., et al. “Micronutrients and athletic performance: A review.” Food and Chemical Toxicology 158 (2021): 112618.

Energy Optimization: The Relationship Between Micronutrients and Mitochondria

9:15 am – 10:15 am

James F. Loomis, Jr., MD

Summary

Energy production is fundamental to performance at every level of sports and daily life. Simply put, increased energy production produces enhanced performance. During this session, attendees will learn about the core dietary components that not only improve the efficiency of mitochondria – the powerplant of the cell – mitochondria, but help in the creation of create new mitochondria thus increasing overall energy production.

Learning Objectives

1. Recognize the fundamental role of mitochondria in energy production and its impact on athletic performance and daily activities.

2. Determine the specific dietary components and dietary patterns that enhance mitochondrial efficiency and promote the creation of new mitochondria.

3. Develop practical dietary strategies for performance that optimize mitochondrial function and increase overall energy production for improved athletic performance and daily life activities.

References

1. Hahm, Jeong-Hoon, et al. “Nutritional approaches targeting mitochondria for the prevention of sarcopenia.” Nutrition Reviews 5 (2024): 676-694.

2. Lemos, Gabriela de Oliveira, Raquel Susana Torrinhas, and Dan Linetzky Waitzberg. “Nutrients, physical activity, and mitochondrial dysfunction in the setting of metabolic syndrome.” Nutrients 5 (2023): 1217.

3. Pollicino, Francesco, et al. “Mediterranean diet and mitochondria: new findings.” Experimental Gerontology 176 (2023): 112165.

4. Pan, Xianglong, et al. “Diabetes cardiomyopathy: targeted regulation of mitochondrial dysfunction and therapeutic potential of plant secondary metabolites.” Frontiers in Pharmacology 15 (2024): 1401961.

Break

10:15 am – 10:45 am

The Microbiome and Optimal Immunity for Human Performance

10:45 am – 11:45 am

Angie Sadeghi, MD

Summary

The microbiome is more important to overall performance than we realize. Enhanced immunity for accelerated injury healing, normalization of inflammation and combating infections (especially before big events and occasions), are modulated by a healthy microbiome. This session will present the emerging evidence that demonstrates the performance enhancement, energy optimization and immune system enhancements of a healthy microbiome and how to maximize your microbiota.

Learning Objectives

1. Examine how the microbiome influences overall athletic performance, including its impact on immunity, inflammation, and energy optimization.

2. Assess the emerging evidence on how a healthy microbiome accelerates injury healing, normalizes inflammation, and combats infections, particularly in high-stress situations like competitions.

3. Recognize and compose 3 key dietary and lifestyle strategies to maximize microbiota health, thereby enhancing performance, energy levels, and immune system function.

References

1. O’Brien, Marcus T., et al. “The athlete gut microbiome and its relevance to health and performance: a review.” Sports Medicine Suppl 1 (2022): 119-128.

2. Humińska-Lisowska, Kinga, et al. “Microbiome features associated with performance measures in athletic and non-athletic individuals: A case-control study.” Plos one 2 (2024): e0297858.

3. Miranda-Comas, Gerardo, et al. “Implications of the gut microbiome in sports.” Sports health 6 (2022): 894-898.

The Power of Plants in Fueling Recovery and Regeneration

11:45 am – 12:45 pm

Scott Stoll, MD

Summary

Proper nutrition is paramount to recovery and regeneration but is often a neglected area of sports and daily nutrition. This presentation will walk attendees through the remarkable science of the gut joint axis, mobilization of stem cells, activation of cartilage regeneration and the power of an anti-inflammatory diet to improve recovery and soreness and get you “back in the game” faster than you ever thought possible.

Learning Objectives

1. Evaluate the science behind the gut-joint axis and its role in recovery, regeneration, and overall joint health.

2. Analyze the mechanisms by which proper nutrition mobilizes stem cells and activates cartilage regeneration to enhance recovery, improve regeneration after exercise, prevent injuries, and reduce soreness.

3. Determine the key antioxidant rich foods central to an anti-inflammatory diet to improve recovery times, reduce soreness, and accelerate return to activity in both sports and daily life.

References

1. Wang, Liyi, et al. “The regulatory role of dietary factors in skeletal muscle development, regeneration and function.” Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition 3 (2022): 764-782.

2. Stover, P. J., et al. “Nutrition and stem cell integrity in aging.” Journal of Internal Medicine 4 (2022): 587-603.

3. Wu, Ying, et al. “Dietary fiber may benefit chondrocyte activity maintenance.” Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology14 (2024): 1401963.

4. Mehrabani, Davood, et al. “Role of diet in mesenchymal stem cells’ function: A review.” International Journal of Nutrition Sciences 1 (2023): 9-19.

LUNCH / Networking

12:45 pm – 2:15 pm

Razor Sharp: The Nexus of Nutrition for the Brain

2:15 pm – 3:15 pm

Dean Sherzai, MD, PhD

Summary

Reaction time, memory, focus and clarity are critical to performance and are maximized or limited by the athlete’s plate. Learn from international experts about the power of a well-designed performance nutrition program to improve your cognitive performance, in sport and in daily life, giving you the healthiest brain possible both today and as you age.

Learning Objectives

1. Recognize how dietary choices from both a westernized or whole food plant based dietary pattern impact reaction time, memory, focus, and mental clarity, both in athletic performance and performing daily activities at work and home.

2. Determine the specific nutrients and dietary components in a plant based diet that contribute to optimal brain function, enhancing cognitive performance in the short and long term.

3. Develop a daily personalized nutrition plan aimed at maximizing cognitive performance, supporting mental health, and promoting long-term brain health as you age.

References

1. Kheirouri, Sorayya, and Mohammad Alizadeh. “MIND diet and cognitive performance in older adults: a systematic review.” Critical reviews in food science and nutrition 29 (2022): 8059-8077.

2. Ekstrand, Bo, et al. “Brain foods-the role of diet in brain performance and health.” Nutrition reviews 6 (2021): 693-708.

3. Arjmand, Golnaz, Mojtaba Abbas-Zadeh, and Mohammad Hassan Eftekhari. “Effect of MIND diet intervention on cognitive performance and brain structure in healthy obese women: a randomized controlled trial.” Scientific reports 1 (2022): 2871.

4. Ribeiro, Gabriela, et al. “Diet and the microbiota–gut–brain-axis: a primer for clinical nutrition.” Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition & Metabolic Care 6 (2022): 443-450.

Dietary Supplements and Human Performance

3:15 pm – 4:15 pm

Daphne Bascom, MD, PhD

Summary

Supplements have become synonymous with optimized human performance, but with more than 100,000 different products on the market, with varying quality and purity, how do you know what to believe? With a clear scientific and experiential foundation, Dr. Bascom will sort through the misinformation and present today’s best evidence for safe and beneficial supplement use in human performance.

Learning Objectives

1. Examine the current demand for and impact of performance-enhancing supplements, including the variety of products available and the challenges in assessing their quality and purity.

2. Recognize the common myths and misinformation surrounding supplements and learn how to identify credible scientific evidence to make informed decisions.

3. Compose a list of important lab tests and key supplements to consider in developing either a personalized or clinical plan for safe supplement use that prioritizes safety, efficacy, and the specific needs of human performance, based on the latest scientific research and expert recommendations.

References

1. Jagim, Andrew R., et al. “International society of sports nutrition position stand: energy drinks and energy shots.” Journal of the international society of sports nutrition 1 (2023): 2171314.

2. Jang, Young Jin. “The effects of protein and supplements on sarcopenia in human clinical studies: how older adults should consume protein and supplements.” Journal of microbiology and biotechnology 2 (2023): 143.

3. Larrosa, Mar, et al. “Nutritional strategies for optimizing health, sports performance, and recovery for female athletes and other physically active women: A systematic review.” Nutrition Reviews (2024): nuae082.

4. Lauritzen, Fredrik, and Astrid Gjelstad. “Trends in dietary supplement use among athletes selected for doping controls.” Frontiers in Nutrition 10 (2023): 1143187.

BREAK

4:15 pm – 4:45 pm

Micronutrients > Macronutrients

4:45 pm – 5:45 pm

Daphne Bascom, MD, PhD, Dotsie Bausch, James F. Loomis, MD, Jeff Olson, Angie Sadeghi, MD, Dean Sherzai, MD, PhD, Scott Stoll, MD

Summary

Focused on the application of optimal performance nutrition, this panel will answer key questions related to micronutrient rich foods that assist in recovery, activity specific nutrition, pre-and-post activity nutrition, anti-inflammatory foods, and the strategies for incorporating these foods in active, travel-based lifestyles.

Learning Objectives

1. Examine how specific micronutrient-rich foods contribute to recovery, reduce inflammation, and enhance overall athletic performance while meeting all the macronutrient needs for athletes.

2. Compose and tailor pre-and post-activity nutrition plans based on the demands of different sports or activities, ensuring optimal energy levels and recovery.

3. Determine effective ways to incorporate anti-inflammatory and performance-enhancing foods into the diet, especially for those with active, travel-based lifestyles.

References

1. Maier, Stephen P., et al. “Plant-based diets and sports performance: a clinical review.” Sport Sciences for Health 4 (2023): 1059-1081.

2. Isenmann, Eduard, et al. “Change to a plant-based diet has no effect on strength performance in trained persons in the first 8 weeks—a 16-week controlled pilot study.” International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 3 (2023): 1856.

3. Roberts, A.K., Busque, V., Robinson, J.L. et al. SWAP-MEAT Athlete (study with appetizing plant-food, meat eating alternatives trial) – investigating the impact of three different diets on recreational athletic performance: a randomized crossover trial. Nutr J 21, 69 (2022). https://doi.org/10.1186/s12937-022-00820-x

Closing Remarks

5:45 pm – 6:00 pm

Dotsie Bausch, Jeff Olson, Scott Stoll, MD