ReviewHealthcare (Basel, Switzerland)2022
Can Nutrients and Dietary Supplements Potentially Improve Cognitive Performance Also in Esports?
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19 citing papers in PubMed, 4 syntheses or guidelines pooled it, 48 citations in OpenAlex.
- Nutritional supplements to improve esports player performance: a systematic review of randomized controlled trials.Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition · 2026Pooled it
- Effects of nutritional interventions on competitive performance and dose‒response relationships among esports players of different skill levels: a systematic review and three-level meta-analysis.Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition · 2026Pooled it
- Exercise interventions and multidimensional cognitive function in esports players: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.Frontiers in psychology · 2026Pooled it
- Health Consequences of Intensive E-Gaming: A Systematic Review.International journal of environmental research and public health · 2023Pooled it
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- Nutrition Patterns of Polish Esports Players.Nutrients · 2022Article
- Can Nutrition Play a Role in Ameliorating Digital Eye Strain?Nutrients · 2022Review
- Ketogenic and Modified Mediterranean Diet as a Tool to Counteract Neuroinflammation in Multiple Sclerosis: Nutritional Suggestions.Nutrients · 2022Review
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Abstract
Factors influencing brain function and cognitive performance can be critical to athletic performance of esports athletes. This review aims to discuss the potential beneficial effects of micronutrients, i.e., vitamins, minerals and biologically active substances on cognitive functions of e-athletes. Minerals (iodine, zinc, iron, magnesium) and vitamins (B vitamins, vitamins E, D, and C) are significant factors that positively influence cognitive functions. Prevention of deficiencies of the listed ingredients and regular examinations can support cognitive processes. The beneficial effects of caffeine, creatine, and probiotics have been documented so far. There are many plant products, herbal extracts, or phytonutrients that have been shown to affect precognitive activity, but more research is needed. Beetroot juice and nootropics can also be essential nutrients for cognitive performance. For the sake of players' eyesight, it would be useful to use lutein, which, in addition to improving vision and protecting against eye diseases, can also affect cognitive functions. In supporting the physical and mental abilities of e-athletes the base is a well-balanced diet with adequate hydration. There is a lack of sufficient evidence that has investigated the relationship between dietary effects and improved performance in esports. Therefore, there is a need for randomized controlled trials involving esports players.
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