Fruits have gotten a bad reputation in the media lately as "too much sugar" and "fattening". Teenagers may question fruit since it has higher levels of sugar compared to other whole foods. Since...

Proper nutrition for teen runners is like a second wind; it can give young athletes an extra measure of energy in their moment of need. Learn nutrition tips with running and sprinting nutrition for...

Whether it's high school drill team, dance company, cheerleading, gymnastics, ballet, or another dance group, all types of dancers and gymnasts have similarities when it comes to nutrition for...

Being 13 is an exciting time of life, it’s the first year of being a teen, which can bring plenty of changes. Along with finding the right lifestyle, there are so many popular, trendy, fad diets...

Being 13-years old, you normally wouldn’t think of putting “fat” and “healthy in the same sentence. Healthy fats are actually essential to help the body grow, while unhealthy fats can...

Too much of a good thing? Protein is a pretty popular nutrient, especially among teenagers looking to be healthier. The need for protein can be easily overestimated. How much protein do you actually...