The last group of micro-nutrients in this series is made up of trace minerals: Selenium, Iodine, Zinc, Copper, and Iron. The body only needs very small amounts of them, but they are still very important for maintaining good health and performance.
There are a lot of minerals the body needs. To make sense of all of them in practical terms, it will be enough to know about the functions of the 9 main ones. In this article we will look at the most well-known group of…
We all have different reasons to drink alcohol and, as a cyclist, you might have a few more. Who would say no to a cold beer after a great summer ride? From the previous article, we already know how drinking affects cycling performance. With that…
Vitamins A, D, E, and K make up a group of fat soluble vitamins. They are necessary for healthy bones, eye sight, skin, immunity and the antioxidation ability of the body. Unfortunately, we are quite commonly deficient in them. So, let’s at look some good…
