August is recognized by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the Academy Foundation as Kids Eat Right Month®. This month focuses on the importance of healthy eating and active lifestyles for children and families. Below are 10 tips to support …
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Building Healthy Smoothies for Athletes Whether looking for a quick breakfast on-the-go, a post-workout shake, or a high-protein drink before bed, smoothies can be a great option to help athletes meet their nutrition needs. Fruit smoothies can be an economical …
Panda Express: High-Protein Options for Athletes Panda Express is a popular Chinese fast-food restaurant that athletes often stop at for a quick meal on-the-go. It can be helpful for athletes to know which menu items at Panda Express are high …
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Meals for Road Trips: Easy Ideas for Athletes When preparing for a road trip, it can be helpful for athletes to have ideas for meals to enjoy while traveling. Let’s take a look at the nutrition needs of athletes. Then …
5 Uses for Costco’s Kirkland Greek Yogurt for Athletes As a Sports Dietitian, I am always looking for high-protein food items that athletes can enjoy in a variety of ways. Costco’s Kirkland Greek Yogurt is a great option for athletes …
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Healthy Snacks for Teenage Athletes One common reality of teenage athletes is that they are busy. Between school, homework, practice, strength training, games, and weekend tournaments there is limited time available to consider what and when to eat. Yet we …
Maggiano’s Nutrition: Healthy Choice for Athletes When dining out, it can be helpful for athletes to know the best menu items to order to support their sports nutrition needs. Maggiano’s Little Italy is a popular Italian food restaurant that athletes …
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First Watch Gluten-Free Options for Athletes It can be helpful for athletes following a gluten-free diet to know what menu items to order when dining out. Let’s take a look at what gluten is. Then we will explore the First …
Balanced Snack Ideas for Busy Athletes It can be helpful for athletes to have ideas for how to build a balanced snack that supports their sports nutrition needs. Let’s take a look at the nutrients that athletes should include in …
Underfueling Athlete: Health and Performance Concerns It is important for coaches, athletic trainers, and parents to be aware of the health and performance concerns that can result when an athlete is underfueling. Let’s take a look at the impact underfueling …
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