Sport : Buy Healthy Foods for Young Athletes
Young athletes need both fuel to perform in their sports and overall nutrition for their still-growing bodies. Healthy, simple food will help them perform at their best and stay in top-notch health. It may seem that quality food is expensive or time consuming, but with a little planning, it can be economical and manageable. The most important thing is to avoid over-processed foodstuffs and eat a variety of foods. 1. Determine your young athlete's favorite healthy foods. Keep in mind that they should consume plenty of protein each day, as well as fresh vegetables and fruits and complex carbohydrates. Settle on some of the favorites as staples (i.e. chicken, tuna, broccoli, green beans and rice). 2. When you shop, look for the favorite items in bulk or on sale. Use your freezer to store excess meats, fruits and vegetables. Purchase fruits and vegetables in season and freeze (or even dehydrate) them for later use. Even strawberries, peaches an...