Jaclyn Sklaver, Navigating Nutrition Misinformation

Jackie Sklaver, a nutritionist and founder of Athleats Nutrition, joins Tom to discuss the challenges of combating misinformation in the nutrition field and the importance of evidence-based practices. Jackie also shares her experience working as a sports nutritionist in the NBA and the importance of balancing the logistical challenges of managing nutrition for a team with the individual needs of each athlete. Tom and Jackie also discuss the impact of nutrition on athletic performance and longevity, the benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet, and the role of gut health in overall well-being.

10:28 – The Impact of Nutritionists on Changing Lives

12:25 – Life as a Sports Nutritionist in the NBA

16:26 – The Challenges of Managing Nutrition for an NBA Team

21:07 – The Intersection of Nutrition and Mental Performance

24:17 – The Impact of Nutrition on Athletic Performance and Longevity

29:02 – The Benefits of an Anti-Inflammatory Diet for Athletes

40:53 – Optimizing Gut Health for Athletes

44:47 – Challenges of Working with Chefs in Team and Individual Settings