5: Fueling Young Athletes with Heather Mangieri, RD, CSSD

Heather is an internationally recognized registered dietitian-nutritionist, a board-certified specialist in sports dietetics and author with a passion for helping athletes fuel and hydrate to maximize their health, development and athletic performance. Her expertise is in fueling young athletes, disordered eating in sports and nutrition communications. In 2008, she founded Heather Mangieri Nutrition where she provides nutrition counseling, consulting and communication services for organizations and companies focused on evidence-based health and wellness.In this episode, we discuss:How to manage day-to-day nutrition for athletesHow to handle dinners with after school sports/activities Should athletes take a multivitamin or protein powder?Finding macronutrient balance in kidsBreakfast ideas for active kids to start the day off strongMeal ideas that older kids and parents can prep in advanceMaking balanced snacks + On the go snack ideasHow to make a balanced school lunchTeaching active kids to acknowledge hungerBeing creative with prioritizing family meals with youth activity schedules Protein ideas for kids lunches Fueling Young Athletes book Third party tested protein powders: Certified for Sport Informed Choice Heather's Website | Instagram Have a listener question or feedback? Send me a text!Support the showJoin the email list to get a list of easy popular family recipes and meal prep tips!Instagram | Blog Recipes