Pre-Zero Sports Talk
Welcome to Pre-Zero Sports Talk, where sports, leadership, community, and progress intersect. Hosted by Sid Bensalah, a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience in the sports industry, this podcast isn’t about preaching or claiming to have all the answers. Instead, it’s a platform for honest, thought-provoking conversations exploring how to create positive, actionable change in and through sports.
Born from a passion for progress, Pre-Zero Sports Talk explores the pressing topics shaping our world today—leadership, innovation, community impact, performance and well-being, regenerative agriculture, governance, and more. Each episode goes beyond the surface, engaging with trailblazers, changemakers, and thought leaders to uncover solutions and inspire new perspectives.
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Pre-Zero Sports Talk
Gut Health for Peak Performance: Nutrition Strategies for Athletes
In this episode of Pre-Zero Sports Talk, Sid Bensalah speaks with Daina Rasutis, a Nutrition Therapist Master, about the critical connection between gut health and athletic performance. Daina explains how gut imbalances affect energy, recovery, and focus and what athletes can do to avoid common pitfalls.
From hidden gut disruptors to the surprising impact of “clean” foods, Daina reveals what you need to know to boost performance and recovery. She also shares how functional lab testing can detect food sensitivities, chronic inflammation, and digestive issues that could hold you back.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How gut health affects energy, focus, and performance.
- Why gut inflammation slows recovery and training progress.
- How to recognize “healthy” foods that may harm your gut.
- The difference between prebiotics and probiotics — and why you need both.
- The dangers of ultra-processed foods on gut and brain health.
Key Takeaways:
- Root Cause Matters: Digestive issues, bloating, and skin conditions are often linked to gut health.
- Athlete-Specific Strategies: Learn how athletes can fine-tune nutrition to improve energy, recovery, and performance.
- Simple Steps You Can Take: Daina shares practical actions anyone can take, such as using functional tests or avoiding certain foods.
Memorable Quotes:
“If your gut health is off, you won’t get the recovery or the gains you’re working for.” — Daina Rasutis“No matter where your makeup comes from — big brands, boutique brands, or 'clean beauty' — most of it still contains chemicals.” — Sid Bensalah.
About Our Guest:
Daina Rasutis is a Nutrition Therapist Master and founder of Table to Crave. She helps clients improve their gut health, skin clarity, and energy by empowering them to make meaningful, lasting changes through functional testing and personalized nutrition strategies.
Connect with Daina on Instagram: @tabletocrav
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