Healthy Protein Shakes for Kid Athletes A question I commonly receive from parents is whether or not protein shakes are necessary for kid athletes. Let’s take a look at the protein needs of youth athletes. Then we will examine the …
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Pre-Workout vs. Post-Workout Nutrition for Athletes When it comes to sports nutrition, it is important for athletes to know the difference in nutrition needs pre-workout vs. post-workout to support optimal performance. Let’s take a look at nutrition strategies that athletes …
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Pea Protein vs. Soy Protein: Which One Reigns Supreme? This blog post was written by dietetic intern Natalie Larsen. Reviewed and edited by Mandy Tyler, M.Ed., RD, CSSD, LD, LAT. Plant-based protein options have become increasingly popular amongst athletes in recent …
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Supplements for Teenage Athletes A common question I often receive from teenage athletes is what supplements they should take to help improve their performance. With the promise of many supplements to help athletes run faster, hit harder, or jump higher, …
5 Keys to Selecting the Best Protein Powder for Teens With all the different protein powders on the market, it can be difficult to know what the best protein powder for teens is. Let’s take a look at the protein …
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Have you ever taken a supplement containing beta-alanine and started to itch or tingle? You may have wondered what’s going on and is this normal. Let’s first take a look at what beta-alanine is and why it is used as …