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EPISODE · Mar 19, 2026 · 30 MIN

Ep. 76 Food as Medicine for Athletes

from The Sports Nutrition Playbook · host Amy Goodson

In this episode, we sit down with Liz Oba, RD, PMP, REAL Food Mission Ambassador at Thomas Cuisine, to break down what it truly means to use food as medicine for athletes at every level. From fueling professional teams like the San Jose Quakes to supporting young athletes and their families, Liz shares how simple, practical nutrition strategies can drive performance, recovery, and long-term health. This conversation cuts through the all-or-nothing mindset around “clean eating” and instead highlights realistic, sustainable ways to upgrade how athletes eat, whether you’re a parent, coach, or competitor looking to perform at your best.Learn About Thomas Cuisine Here!To learn more visit @thesportsnutritionplaybook and thesportsnutritionplaybook.com.Check out our YouTube channel for more sports nutrition tips and tricks.  Have questions to ask our sports dietitians? email us at [email protected]

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In this episode, we sit down with Liz Oba, RD, PMP, REAL Food Mission Ambassador at Thomas Cuisine, to break down what it truly means to use food as medicine for athletes at every level. From fueling professional teams like the San Jose Quakes to supporting young athletes and their families, Liz shares how simple, practical nutrition strategies can drive performance, recovery, and long-term health. This conversation cuts through the all-or-nothing mindset around “clean eating” and instead hig...

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