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David ‘Jacko’ Jackson is an ex-professional rugby player turned ultra runner with a passion for the benefits of science based and research backed breathing techniques. Jacko has been using Beet It Sport products since 2015 and continues to use the products for his ultra marathon events.  1) How did you get involved in ultra running?It was several years after a brain injury forced me to retire from professional rugby back in 2013 that I was able to take up running. In 2020 I started running 5km’s to help me work on my breathing and exercise tolerance. In 2021 I ran...

James White Drinks were awarded the Gold Level Carbon Standard for our continued commitment to reducing emissions and championing the environmental agenda. The Carbon Charter is awarded to organisations that are monitoring and reducing their carbon emissions. It is intended to provide public recognition of this vital step to our shared goal of Creating the Greenest County. The Panel were very impressed by James White Drinks’ continued drive to cut emissions and work more sustainably. They noted in particular that all recommendations from previous audits had been implemented and evidence of a genuine commitment to net zero and Scope 3...

As summer rays beam down, the scorching heat can pose challenges to keeping our young ones hydrated. As parents, we know how vital it is to ensure our kids stay hydrated during these warm months to maintain their energy, concentration, and overall well-being. In this blog post, we'll dive into some essential tips to keep your children hydrated throughout the summer and introduce a delicious and healthy solution to quench their thirst—the all-new Organic Kids Range!Water is the Key:When it comes to hydration, water is the ultimate superhero. Encourage your kids to drink water regularly throughout the day. Make it...

Written by Marlena Taczarek, Nutrition BSc. There is enough scientific research out there to suggest that beetroot juice and nitrates improve exercise performance. However, there is also enough research to suggest that it does not.The devil is in the details. It all comes down to how these studies are carried out.A systematic review based on 23 research articles came out in 2017, breaking down the effect of beetroot juice supplementation on cardiorespiratory endurance in athletes.Based on these articles, a pattern is very apparent. The research studies that took a small dose of regular beetroot juice (less than 140ml) or beetroot...