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SSE 267: Functional Ingredients for The Athlete and Beyond 

Course Objectives

  • Analyze the scientific evidence supporting the health benefits of creatine, lactoferrin, alpha-lactalbumin, and phospholipid-rich whey protein for both athletes and the general population.
  • Evaluate the effectiveness of different supplementation formats and dosages for these functional ingredients compared to their natural occurrence in food sources.
  • Assess the potential challenges in consumer education and product development for maximizing the benefits of these ingredients. 

Course

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Course Expiration

ACSM

1

11/14/2028

BOC

1

11/14/2028

CSCCa

1

11/17/2028

Reference Article

https://www.gssiweb.org/docs/default-source/sse-docs/sse_267.pdf?sfvrsn=2

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