# fueling (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover fueling. Page: Feed: --- ## [Iron and Ferritin - Supplementing Smart](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/iron-and-ferritin-supplementing-smart) _2026-08-10 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ Part 3 of the series - Diet, dose, formulation, and more. Here's what the research actually supports ## [Ferritin Low, Everything Else Normal: Now What?](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/ferritin-low-everything-else-normal) _2026-08-03 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ Part II of the ferritin series! Let's dive into the labs and what you need to know about the bloodwork. ## [Ferritin: The Number No One Agrees On](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/ferritin-the-number-no-one-agrees) _2026-07-28 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ Part 1 of 3, a series where we dive into the research on iron levels and endurance athletes ## [What's up with these broccoli sprout shots ads? Science says...](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/whats-up-with-these-broccoli-sprout) _2026-07-23 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ Another supplement product on the market, and down the research rabbit hole I went. ## [Fat as Fuel: Here's Why It's Not Your Primary Performance Fuel](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/fat-as-fuel-heres-why-its-not-your) _2026-07-16 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ Fat is an impressive energy source with real limitations. Here's what the science says about when, how, and why your body uses it during exercise. ## [What's the deal with these new lactate gels?](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/whats-the-deal-with-these-new-lactate) _2026-07-11 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ A science-first look at the latest fueling trend buzz of the Tour de France ## [How Muscles Create Energy From Fuel](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/how-muscles-create-energy-from-fuel) _2026-07-06 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ From explosive sprints to long steady efforts, let’s break down the energy systems powering endurance performance. ## [Built to Move: Understanding Muscle Structure](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/built-to-move-understanding-muscle) _2026-06-29 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ Understanding what's inside a muscle fiber and why it matters for how you train and eat. ## [Calories are complicated, let's break it down.](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/calories-are-complicated-lets-break) _2026-06-22 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ What a calorie actually is, how we measure energy in and out, and why the number on the label is always an estimate. ## [More Than Muscle: What Protein Actually Does in the Body](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/more-than-muscle-what-protein-actually) _2026-06-15 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ A breakdown of protein's roles and what athletes need to know. ## [Auto-trade Cross-Exchange Gaps (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/N9GQvnX03SfK) _2026-06-15 · **Sponsored**_ Find cross-exchange spreads, backtest strategies, and execute automatically with risk controls. ## [WA advocates urge Gov. Ferguson to do more on fentanyl deaths](https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/wa-advocates-gov-ferguson-fentanyl-deaths) _2026-06-13 · Alejandra.Guzman@fox.com (Alejandra Guzman) · Latest News | Q13 FOX_ Outreach and recovery advocates are calling on Gov. Bob Ferguson to take stronger action against the state's fentanyl crisis following a series of deadly overdoses. ## [WA groups call on Gov. Ferguson to address drug crisis](https://www.fox13seattle.com/video/fmc-a54ft67pim1b4com) _2026-06-12 · Latest News | Q13 FOX_ Outreach and recovery advocates are calling on Governor Bob Ferguson to do more to address fentanyl death happening across Washington state. ## [Is Creatine Still Safe at Higher Doses and Longer Use?](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/is-creatine-still-safe-at-higher) _2026-06-11 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ Part 3 of a 3-part series unpacking the latest creatine research ## [Lipids, Fats and Why the Seed Oil Debate Misses the Point](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/lipids-fats-and-why-the-seed-oil) _2026-06-08 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ A deep dive into lipids, fatty acids, and why the most misunderstood macronutrient is quietly running the show behind the scenes. ## [13 arrested in federal drug bust at MacArthur Park in Los Angeles](https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/live-narcotic-operation-underway-las-macarthur-park) _2026-06-04 · FOX.11.Digital.Team@fox.com (FOX 11 Digital Team) · Latest News | Q13 FOX_ Local and federal agents, some in tactical gear, have made their way to Los Angeles for an active narcotic operation. ## [Creatine for Women: What We Know So Far](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/creatine-for-women-what-we-know-so) _2026-06-04 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ Part 2 of a 3-part series unpacking the latest creatine research ## [We're starting with Carbs, of course.](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/were-starting-with-carbs-of-course) _2026-06-01 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ A breakdown of carbohydrate structure, function, and more! ## [Fueling Field Notes: A Sports Dietitian's Study Journal](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/fueling-field-notes-a-sports-dietitians) _2026-05-28 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ Here we go! I'm documenting my prep for a sports nutrition credentialing exam! ## [Creatine for Endurance Athletes: What the Newest Evidence Says](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/creatine-for-endurance-athletes-what) _2026-05-21 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ Part 1 of a 3-part series unpacking the latest creatine research ## [What's Happening Inside the Body After Crossing the Finish Line?](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/whats-happening-inside-the-body-after) _2026-05-14 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ The science on post-race muscle damage, inflammation, and cardiac stress, and why race-day fueling matters just as much as recovery. ## [100,000 Bonus Points Await You (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/trTdQ4wqB7ul) _2026-05-14 · **Sponsored**_ Earn 100,000 bonus points after spending $5,000 in the first 3 months. ## [What Low-Carb Diets May Be Doing to Your Gut](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/what-low-carb-diets-may-be-doing) _2026-05-07 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ A 2023 study measured the intestinal lining when endurance athletes cut carbs. Here's what they found. ## [Do carbs help build muscle?](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/do-carbs-help-build-muscle) _2026-04-30 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ A 2026 meta-analysis is making the rounds in the fitness and nutrition circles, let's talk about it. ## [Oxycontin maker gets no jail time; ordered to dissolve, pay fine](https://www.fox13seattle.com/video/fmc-1gc7xj6u5st51x10) _2026-04-29 · Latest News | Q13 FOX_ Purdue Pharma will not exist this time next week. A federal judge ordered that the makers of oxycontin be dissolved as part of a criminal sentencing. ## [$5.5B judgment against Purdue Pharma paves way for opioid deal](https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/purdue-pharma-judgement-opioid-deal) _2026-04-29 · Daniel.Miller@fox.com (Daniel Miller) · Latest News | Q13 FOX_ Purdue Pharma must pay $5.5 billion in penalties after a sentencing tied to its role in fueling the opioid crisis through doctor payoffs and misleading federal regulators. ## [Hot Take: Ignore calories burned on your sports watch](https://alexlarsonnutrition.substack.com/p/hot-take-ignore-calories-burned-on) _2026-04-23 · Alex Larson · Alex Larson_ Your watch's calorie number is just a guess and here's the dietitian perspective that matters more. ## [A chemical 100 times stronger than fentanyl is fueling US overdoses](https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/carfentanil-resurgence-us-overdoses-fentanyl-crackdown) _2026-04-18 · Heather.Miller@fox.com (Heather Miller) · Latest News | Q13 FOX_ A Chinese crackdown on fentanyl-making ingredients could be fueling the resurgence of carfentanil, a chemical so powerful, a dose smaller than a poppy seed can kill a human. ## [Albertsons opioids settlement: Grocer to pay $774M for role in epidemic](https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/albertsons-opioids-settlement-grocer-pay-774m-role-epidemic) _2026-04-15 · Heather.Miller@fox.com (Heather Miller) · Latest News | Q13 FOX_ Albertsons is the latest company to settle a series of lawsuits claiming its pharmacies helped fuel the nation’s opioid crisis. ## [King County Exec signs executive order on homelessness, addiction](https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/king-county-executive-order-homelessness-addiction) _2026-03-31 · Connor.Sarles@fox.com (Connor Sarles) · Latest News | Q13 FOX_ King County Executive Girmay Zahilay on Tuesday signed an executive order taking aim at the connected crises of homelessness, addiction and incarceration. ## [HIV epidemic explodes in popular honeymoon destination as crystal meth use surges](https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/hiv-epidemic-explodes-popular-honeymoon-destination-crystal-meth-use-surges) _2026-02-05 · Latest News | Q13 FOX_ A popular honeymoon destination is the site of the Pacific’s fastest-growing HIV epidemic, with officials pointing to rising meth use as a key driver. ## [Accept your Doppler invite (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/rewncJtMqEDE) _2026-02-05 · **Sponsored**_ Create your Doppler account using the invite code you received. ## [Trump designates fentanyl a weapon of mass destruction in new executive order](https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/trump-fentanyl-weapon-of-mass-destruction-executive-order) _2025-12-15 · Chris.Williams@fox.com (Chris Williams) · Latest News | Q13 FOX_ President Donald Trump issued an executive order Monday designating fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction.