Esports athletes have unique needs to support cognitive performance. 1HP dietitian Casey Thomas joins the Perform Edition host Joel Totoro to discuss the video gamer’s diet, from caffeine and hydration to nutrients that support eye strain.  

During this episode you’ll learn about: 

1. Casey Thomas, esports dietitian with 1HP [0:34 ] 

2. The cognitive performance of esports athletes [6:04 ] 

3. What is the gamer’s diet? [10:57 ] 

4. Misconceptions about caffeine [16:47 ] 

• How caffeine works [17:45 ] 


• How to properly dose caffeine for cognitive performance [19:48 ] 


• The inverted U: Why caffeine doesn’t work for everyone [23:29 ] 

5. Questions from the community 

• What are third-party verified supplements? [25:39 ] 


• What supplements or diet recommendations can help against eye strain in children playing video games [29:37 ] 


• Outside of gaming, who can benefit from cognitive performance nutrients? [31:30 ] 


• What are emerging diet trends and are they successful? [33:10 ] 

Resources to topics mentioned in this episode: 

• GamerDiet.gg – Casey Thomas’ blog, helping esports athletes unlock their potential through performance nutrition science 


• 1HP – Providing gamers with simple advice on how to prolong their careers and perform at their best 


• Find Casey Thomas on Twitter @CaseyThomasRD 


• Brain Games: A Primer On Nutrition And Supplementation For Esports Athletes 

• Six Tips to Improve Reaction Time and Mental Focus 


• Common Hydration Mistakes You Might Be Making 


• Why You Should Reconsider that Morning Cup of Coffee 


• Introducing Thorne's New Pre-Workout Elite 


• What is Blue Light and How Does It Affect Me?


• Lights Out! 5 Ways You Might Be Sabotaging Your Sleep Quality


• Certification by NSF International Explained and What Certification Means For You 

Products mentioned in this episode: Thorne’s NSF Certified for Sport® Lineup, Vitamin D, Protein Powders, Pre-Workout Elite 

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