Support for concussion recovery could lie in the pantry
Nutrition strategies for concussion management are being implemented by dietitians to support Australia's elite collision sport athletes, new Griffith University research has found. Lead author Dr. Nathan Delang interviewed 14 accredited sports dietitians who work across professional AFL, rugby league and rugby union teams to explore their practices and perspectives related to concussion…
New research from Griffith University reveals that nutrition may play a crucial role in concussion recovery for elite athletes in collision sports. In a study involving 14 sports dietitians, fish oil and creatine monohydrate emerged as the most frequently recommended supplements to aid recovery. These supplements are believed to help manage excessive neuroinflammation and enhance energy availability for brain recovery.
However, all professionals involved in concussion management emphasized a "food-first" approach, prioritizing energy intake, hydration, and healthy eating patterns. The researchers suggest that while Australian sports dietitians are already employing nutrition strategies in concussion care, the practice is outpacing the available clinical evidence.
As such, there is a pressing need for stronger clinical research and formal guidelines to ensure safe, consistent, and equitable care for athletes.
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