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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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| 1 | Sports Nutrition for Adolescents
Bonnie A. Spear, PhD, RD, Mike Perko, PhD, CHES, FAAHE
In 2005, over seven million athletes participated in
organized high school sports, the largest group of participants
ever (1). Additionally, over 44 million young athletes
play in organized leagues each year in the United
States. It is interesting to note that females are the fastest
growing segment of youth athletes. However, the experiences
of youth participating in sports programs differ
greatly in competitive level, length of season, cost to competitors,
qualifications of coaches and officials, and skill
level of athletes. Misinformation as well as heavy marketing
by supplement manufacturers often causes coaches
and parents to recommend unhealthy and potentially dangerous
nutritional practices. Proper nutrition is one factor
that can contribute to making sports a positive experience
for adolescents. If adolescents are well hydrated and adequately
fueled, they will get more out of practice and other
daily physical activities than if they are not nutritionally
prepared (2,3). |
| 8 | From the Editor
Paula M. Charuhas, MS, RD, FADA, CNSD
A recent report by the National Federation of State High School Associations observed that over seven million
students participate in organized high school sports and that over 50% of students enrolled in high
schools participate in athletics (1). Good nutrition and a healthy, balanced diet are essential for these young
athletes to help them enhance their performance and maintain optimal health. The registered dietitian (RD)
can be a valuable resource to this population by providing accurate nutrition education and by helping them
to recognize misinformation and unsafe practices. |
| 9 | Eating Disorders in Young Athletes
Suzanne Girard Eberle, MS, RD, CSSD
The benefits of recreational and competitive sports for pre-teens and teens are numerous and well-documented. Due
to the ever-growing youth sports movement, however, more and more children and adolescents are involved in sports
that emphasize leanness and/or competing at the lowest possible weight (1). Disordered eating patterns and body
obsession and dissatisfaction can start at a very young age, particularly among female athletes. |
| 13 | CPE Questions
Listed by article
This self-study program is available only to members of the Pediatric
Nutrition Practice Group. After reading the continuing professional education
articles: “Sports Nutrition for Adolescents,” “Eating Disorders in Young
Athletes,” and “Protein Supplements in Young Athletes: What Do They Really
Gain?,” answer the following questions by indicating your responses online at
www.pediatricnutrition.org (log in to the Members Only section, and follow
the prompts to Building Block for Life). This activity has been approved for
two hours of continuing professional education for registered dietitians and
dietetic technicians, registered by The Commission on Dietetic Registration. |
| 16 | Protein Supplements
Jaclyn Tane, RD
You’ve seen the catchy ads,
“Amazing new dietary supplement
boosts athletic performance!” These
misleading marketing tools lure in
young athletes, especially boys, who
may feel the pressure to have unrealistic
expectations for their bodies.
These ads fail to explain the fact that
these dietary supplements are not a
quick fix, and they neglect to mention
the safety of the product. |
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FOR THIS ISSUE:EDITORPaula M. Charuhas, MS, RD, FADA, CNSD
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance
825 Eastlake Avenue East
G6201
Seattle, Washington 98109-1023
Co-EDITORLiesje Nieman, RD, CNSD, LDN
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
34th Steet and Civic Center Boulevard
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104-4399
SUBMISSION DEADLINESFocus:
Volume 31, No. 3 ,February 15, 2008
Cultural Competency in Clinical and
Community Practice
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