Exercise Nutrition

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Fueling Fitness for Young Athletes

To address the nutritional needs of young athletes and guide them towards better performance, Kerry Health and Nutrition Institute (KHNI), in collaboration with Kerry GAA, has launched a 3-part educational series titled ‘Food Fit for a Kingdom’. This series, hosted by John O’Connor, Head of Nutrition for Kerry GAA, and Aoife Marie Murphy, Senior Sustainable… Read more »

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The Role of Ketones in Athletic Performance

Ever heard of ketones? You may have heard someone mention them when talking about low-carb, ‘ketogenic’ diets. Ketones are an alternative fuel source for our bodies. Under normal conditions, our bodies use glucose (sugar) for energy. That’s right, despite the low-carb craze in recent decades, our body’s main fuel source is carbohydrates! Ketones are made… Read more »