by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Feb 27, 2020 | Recipes, Healthy Snacks & Energy Bars |
These crunchy, homemade energy bars combine complex and fast-digesting carbohydrates with whey protein and healthy fats, making them a great way to get energy on the go. Take one with you for a quick breakfast, after-school snack or to fuel your next bike ride, hike...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Oct 2, 2019 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements |
Chocolate milk has a 3:1 ratio of carbohydrates to protein, and is packed full of nutrition athletes need. Plus, it’s cost-effective and portable, making it an ideal recovery beverage for athletes. Have you heard the buzz about refueling with chocolate milk?...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Apr 4, 2018 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements |
Maintaining a healthy hydration status during hockey practice is key to optimal sports performance, especially in sports that require athletes to wear a heavy uniform. This post explains how much hockey players need to drink during practice There are three extremely...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Aug 22, 2017 | Healthy Living, Articles, Nutrition |
Bananas are a delicious and portable performance food that have a variety of nutrition and health benefits. Learn how to select, store and enjoy this popular super fruit. August is coming to a close, and with that comes back-to-school and back to school sports. It...
by Heather Mangieri, RDN, CSSD | Jan 10, 2017 | Articles, Sports Nutrition & Supplements |
These six portable snacks for student athletes are a great way for them to stay fueled in school, after school and before practice. Student athletes are busy people. They spend their days in school and are often required to go directly to practice or sporting events...