ReviewNutrients2025
Optimizing Performance Nutrition for Adolescent Athletes: A Review of Dietary Needs, Risks, and Practical Strategies.
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9 citing papers in PubMed.
- Psychological and Behavioural Correlates of Dietary Intake in Adolescent Elite Female Handball Players.Nutrients · 2026Article
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- Fast-Food Consumption Frequency, Food-Choice Motivations, and Mediterranean Diet Adherence in Young Football Athletes: A Cross-Sectional Study.Nutrients · 2026Article
- Associations Between Nutrition Knowledge, Body Composition, and Cardiopulmonary Exercise Performance in Adolescent Football Players.Sports (Basel, Switzerland) · 2026Article
- Carnivore and Animal-Based Diets in Sport: A Critical Evaluation of Current Evidence and Future Perspectives for Precision Nutrition.Nutrients · 2026Review
- Legume Consumption Improves Cellular Health and Autonomic Function in Competitive Swimmers.Nutrients · 2026Article
- Nutrition knowledge among adolescents who participate in sports: a cross-sectional study from Vancouver, Canada.Frontiers in nutrition · 2026Article
- Evolution of Research on the Female Athlete Triad and Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport" (RED-S).Orthopedic reviews · 2026Article
- Dietary and nutritional supplementation strategies for table tennis athletes: a mini-review.Frontiers in nutrition · 2026Review
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Abstract
Adolescent athletes face unique nutritional challenges due to the simultaneous demands of growth, development, and athletic performance. This review synthesizes current evidence on energy and macronutrient requirements, hydration strategies, and key micronutrients, including iron, calcium, and vitamin D, which are essential for supporting health and performance in youth sport. It explores the physiological risks associated with low energy availability (LEA), while emphasizing the importance of carbohydrate and protein timing, quality, and distribution. The review also evaluates the role of dietary supplements and ergogenic aids, including creatine and energy drinks, highlighting safety concerns and advocating for a food-first approach. Practical strategies for nutrition education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and individualized care are presented to guide healthcare professionals, coaches, and caregivers in fostering sustainable, performance-supportive eating habits. By aligning intake with training demands and developmental needs, adolescent athletes can optimize performance, recovery, and long-term well-being.
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