10 Jun 2020 --- Female athletes lack nutrition knowledge of what they need to consume to maintain health, which may lead to poor performance, low energy and nutrient intake, as well as other potential health risks. This is according to a Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School review, which collated various studies following female athletes over 13 years old for two decades. The study puts a focus on the underserved female athlete demographic, where industry can find ample opportunity for innovative NPD. The researchers are highlighting the role supplementation can play in addressing some of these health concerns, including bone fractures.
