In Dietary Supplements in Sport Performance by Kimberly Mueller and Lonnie Lowery, the authors compile an evidence-based reference guide focusing on over 350 dietary supplements relevant to athletic performance. They present clear descriptions of each supplement’s mechanism of action, food sources and common names, research outcomes, dosage guidelines, and safety or drug-interaction concerns. The book is structured alphabetically for easy lookup and includes a “supplement finder” tool to help coaches, dietitians, strength-conditioning professionals, and athletes select supplements for specific goals such as strength, endurance or recovery.

Mueller and Lowery also address broader performance-nutrition contexts: they discuss how supplements function in extreme environments, how special populations (vegetarians, diabetics, those with food allergies) should approach supplementation, and they offer guidance on reading research literature, choosing high-quality brands, and navigating regulatory issues in the supplement industry. The text ultimately underscores that supplements can support, but not replace, a solid nutritional foundation and tailored training program¹.