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Sofia Petersen, MS
Sports Nutrition Columnist
Master's in Exercise and Nutrition Science from the University of Tampa. Former sports dietitian for a Division I athletic program. Specializes in fueling strategies for performance and recovery.
Sports DieteticsPerformance Fueling
Essays by Sofia
macrosComplete vs Incomplete Proteins: A Distinction That Barely Matters
The idea that plant proteins must be carefully combined at every meal to form 'complete' proteins has persisted for decades. The biochemistry of amino acid pooling tells a different story.
macrosThe Protein Myth: Why 0.8g/kg Is Outdated for Most People
The RDA for protein was designed to prevent deficiency, not to optimize health. New dietary guidelines and decades of research suggest most adults need substantially more.