Finding nutritious, delicious foods can sometimes feel like jumping in the deep end of a pool. Between teenage growth spurts and the fuel needed for athletic activity, it can be difficult to gauge...
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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-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...
Will I Get Skinnier After Puberty? What Does a Dietitian Say?
Puberty is a time of raging appetites, increased hormones, and a ever-changing body. Puberty is also a time of change and transformation. With growth spurts and weight shifts, teenagers can feel that...
Ask any 15 year old if they should eat fat and their answer will likely be “no way”. Saturated fat can be extremely unhealthy, but foods higher in unsaturated fats can promote healthy growth for...