Fats- All you need to know: A Young Athlete's Guide
With so much contradicting information in the media regarding fats in the diet from good fats to bad fats, it’s easy to understand why there’s so much confusion. We've put...
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Nutrition mistakes you're probably making!
There are a few common mistakes that we see across sports nutrition. These often come about due to myths or misinterpretation. Over the coming months we will be adding to the list, so...
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Are sports supplements safe for youth athletes?
"Sports supplements” are now found in all shapes and sizes. The industry is continually evolving and with the ever-growing range of products that make claims ranging from revolutionising your health...
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10 Minute Meals for Young Athletes: 5 Quick, Healthy & Easy Ideas
Many young athletes struggle to find time to eat healthy and nutritious meals. That's why we've put together a range of simple recipes for busy youth athletes to make in...
Beat the Brain Fog - 3 nutrients to boost your memory & concentration
The school year’s coming to an end and the past 10 months of non-stop concentration alongside tough sporting schedules is starting to take its toll. But don’t worry, we can...
Illness in Athletes - 5 Tips to Boost Immunity
We all suffer from colds and feeling under the weather, but research shows athletes are more susceptible to illness than those who don’t exercise. We've put together the 5 things...
Competition Nutrition | What to Eat Before, During and After
Discover the optimal nutrition strategy for young athletes with our comprehensive guide on 'What to Eat Before, During, and After a Competition.' Tailored to support peak performance in youth sports,...
Champions Are Made in the Kitchen! Getting into Cooking
Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime. That’s the old saying! This couldn’t...
The Consequences of Undereating for Young Athletes
Athlete health is extremely important. The female athlete triad is a concept related to reduced health and performance in female athletes of virtually any age. The relative energy deficiency in...
Post-Workout Winners - Eating After Training
You've had an intense session of intervals or drills. All after a long day of school or work. You're tired on the commute home but want to eat before bed...
Parents Ask: What are Amino Acids / BCAA's?
Amino acids are the building blocks of protein within the body and are involved in the transport and storage of nutrients. The 20 amino acids that exist can be divided...
Young Swimmers – Nutrition Supporting Performance
Sports nutrition for youth swimmers can be consequential for athletes to enhance sports performance and maximise personal potential. However, there are a lot of questions regarding adequate nutrition. What...
Build Muscle with Protein from Foods
How to build muscle with protein from whole foods! At Youth Sport Nutrition (YSN) we understand the importance of healthy eating for teen athletes, and we favour a ‘food first’ approach when...
Pro on the Go – Protein and Eating Out
The benefits of protein for health and performance are well established. Muscle protein synthesis, lean body mass, a satiating macronutrient. The list goes on. You may associate the term ‘protein’...