Tag: Nasm guidelines

As of late 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has permitted the use of nine high-intensity nonnutritive sweeteners, including both formally approved food additives and ingredients with a Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status. In contrast, the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) does not approve sweeteners; instead, its dietary guidance is based on established scientific and regulatory bodies.

According to the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM), personalized protein intake is crucial, with recommendations varying significantly based on an individual's activity level and goals. Determining how much protein should I eat in NASM depends less on a single number and more on your specific training program, whether you are aiming for strength, endurance, or weight loss.

Research has long confirmed that combining protein with carbohydrates post-exercise can accelerate recovery and glycogen replenishment more effectively than carbohydrates alone. The question for many fitness professionals is whether and how post-workout protein consumption can increase muscle glycogen synthesis within the framework of NASM's recommendations.

According to the NASM, a very low energy diet provides less than 800 kilocalories per day, while a low energy diet offers between 800 and 1,200 kilocalories daily. Understanding the difference between a low energy diet and a very low energy diet NASM recognizes is crucial for anyone considering severe caloric restriction for weight management.