1. Sourcing International-Standard Ingredients
Premium Import Supermarkets (offering high-quality proteins and health foods tailored to athletes' dietary needs)

City’Super (Shanghai/Beijing): Organic vegetables, grass-fed beef, gluten-free products

Olè (Nationwide chain): Imported dairy, protein powders, sports nutrition supplements

Sam’s Club (Nationwide): Bulk premium meats, frozen seafood, assorted nuts

Online Fresh Delivery Services (ideal for expatriates living long-term in China)

Missfresh: 30-minute fast delivery, including imported fruits and chilled chicken breasts

JD Fresh: Access to Australian steaks, Norwegian salmon, and more

2. Athlete-Friendly Dining Options
Healthy Light-Fare Restaurants (offering high-protein, low-carb meals)

Wagas (Nationwide): Customizable salad bowls, low-GI (glycemic index) staples

Element Fresh: Quinoa bowls, grilled chicken breast sets

Tribe Nutrition (Beijing/Shanghai): Fitness meal delivery with customizable macronutrient options

International Hotel Dining Services (for strict dietary management)

Luxury hotels like Four Seasons and Marriott can provide private chef services with customized meal planning

3. Sports Nutrition Supplementation
Professional Supplement Purchasing Channels

iHerb China: Direct shipping of international brands’ protein powders, BCAAs, and electrolyte powders

The Vitamin Shoppe (physical stores in select cities): Featuring Optimum Nutrition, Myprotein, and more

Localized Alternatives

Chinese brands such as Keep and MuscleTech are available through official stores on JD.com and Tmall

4. Food Safety and Special Dietary Requirements
Drinking Water Recommendation:

Prioritize bottled water brands such as Evian or Nongfu Spring

Allergen Advisories:

Common gluten-containing condiments in Chinese cuisine (e.g., soy sauce, fermented bean paste)

You can request restaurants to use olive oil instead of soybean oil

Halal/Kosher Certified Restaurants:

Major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen offer dedicated halal/kosher dining options (check the Halal China website in advance)