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Nutritional Recommendations for the Young Athlete

Year: 2023

Type: review

Abstract: •Individualized assessments of energy requirements as well as hydration status are key to optimizing nutritional plans for young athletes.•Nutritional plans should consider both the content and timing of meals, particularly in the pre- and post-physical activity windows.•In general, the literature does not support dietary supplement utilization to enhance performance in young athletes.•Whether via interventional programs or physician counseling, guiding young athletes on the cultivation of sustainable dietary habits is critical for long-term healthy behaviors and resultant optimal performance.

Source: Journal of the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society of North America

DOI: 10.55275/jposna-2023-599

Authors: Christian Hecht, Nicholas Bank, Brian Cook, R. Justin Mistovich

Institutions: Case Western Reserve University, University Hospitals of Cleveland, University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, MetroHealth Medical Center

Language: English

Topic: Nutrition, Health and Food Behavior

Subfield: Nutrition and Dietetics

Field: Nursing

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Zero hunger

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,500