This article, The 6 Best Protein Bars for Athletes, was first published on SportStarsMag.com. Athletes require proper nutrition to fuel their performance, enhance recovery, and support overall growth.

In the modern world, we know good nutrition ... as a healthy way to lose weight—make sense today. But others may raise eyebrows, such as a fig-only diet for Olympic athletes.

In a small study, mice given fecal transplants from elite cyclists and soccer players had higher levels of glycogen, a key energy source.

These athletes have reached the top of their game on a vegan diet and know where to get all the protein they need ...

Whether an athlete ... healthy fats such as olive oil and fatty fish to maintain energy reserves. Netball involves quick sprints and sudden directional changes, necessitating a balanced diet ...