Articles and Advice

Red meat and spuds have gotten a bad rap in recent years, but athletes are realizing they don’t have to cut them from their diet. With the right choices, these “real-food” staples offer great nutritional benefits for active bodies.

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At the 27th annual meeting of SCAN, the Sports, Cardiovascular and Wellness Nutrition practice group of the American Dietetic Association, more than 400 sports dietitians gathered to learn the latest news from prominent sports nutrition researchers.

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Combine these classic ingredients from south of the border to make a nutritious post-activity meal for your athlete that will help improve muscle recovery.

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What’s a hungry athlete to eat if their favorite pasta, bagels, breads and baked goods are off limits?

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You are going to have to break down and visit a fast-food restaurant. Rather than just accept the inevitable and scarf down a triple burger with cheese and large fries, take the time to look over the menus and have a backup plan.

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Supermarket Shopping: Decisions and Dilemmas

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Stop by a restaurant that serves breakfast all day. Those foods work great for your young athlete for dinner or post-game, too, if he avoids the high-fat options.

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Your young athlete may be tempted to take a pass on breakfast to get some extra Z’s, but the result will be a slower metabolism, less energy and decreased brain power.

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Beat the boredom of a plain turkey sandwich — and build lean muscle while you’re at it — with this tasty alternative, recommended by New York Jets nutrition consultant Wendy Meyer Sterling.

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Stock these carbohydrate and protein-rich foods in your athlete’s sports bag so they will always be prepared for performance and ready to bounce back strong.

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