Seven Sports Supplements To Watch In 2016

As we are already past the halfway point to a new year there are seven sport supplements to watch in 2016.  Sports nutrition companies are spending big dollars on research and development and expect the seven sport supplements below to have a major impact on improving athletic performance and recovery.

 Curcumin

What it is: An extract from turmeric root.
What it does: Supports healthy inflammation response to help athletes improve endurance and bounce back after a workout.

Ginger

What it is: A flowering plant native to Southeast Asia.
What it does: Helps manage muscle soreness. Researchers chalk it up to the ingredient’s anti-inflammatory properties, which have been heralded in Ayurvedic medicine for years.

Pea protein

What it is: Well-balanced veggie protein, often in a powder form.
What it does: Provides an impressive 28 grams of protein in a 2-tablespoon scoop, plus amino acids that help build muscle and support

Guarana

What it is: An ingredient derived from the seeds of a South American tree.
What it does: A natural source of caffeine that kicks energy into high gear. May help to support healthy weight management, too.

Enzymes

What they are: Molecules that accelerate chemical reactions in the body.
What they do: Support healthy inflammation response and may help to alleviate muscle soreness post-exercise. Help to break down food and, as a result, improve the body’s absorption of key nutrients like protein.

Vitamin B12

What it is: A vitamin found in a variety of foods from fish and shellfish to meat, eggs and dairy products—and many supplements.
What it does: Supports healthy metabolism. Increases energy in the body, supports healthy red blood cell production and can even maintain proper functioning of the nervous system.

Coleus Forskholii

What it is: A plant with a powerful chemical, forskolin, in its roots.
What it does: Supports healthy heart by helping to strengthen muscles found in the heart and the walls of blood vessels.

If you are into sports nutrition keep a eye on these seven supplements as we approach 2016.