Nutritional Needs Among High School Athletes

Authors

Andy Mitchell, Utah State University
Mateja R. Savoie-Roskos, Utah State UniversityFollow
Natalie Norris, Utah State University
Carrie Durward, Utah State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

8-2018

Abstract

High school athletes have a greater need for nutritional adequacy for proper growth, development, wellness and performance as compared to students who do not participate in sports. This fact sheet discusses the purpose of carbohydrates, protein, fat, and hydration, why they are necessary in an athlete’s diet, food sources of each, and fun facts to help the young athlete enhance their diet.

Recommended Citation

Mitchell, Andy; Savoie-Roskos, Mateja R.; Norris, Natalie; and Durward, Carrie, "Nutritional Needs Among High School Athletes" (2018). All Current Publications. Paper 1904.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/extension_curall/1904