It can be a challenge to get teens to eat right on a daily basis, let alone adding in the caloric burn of strenuous activities like sports. Not to mention the percentage of teens that are dehydrated on a daily bases and don’t even know it.
Registered dietitian Erin Green joins Idaho Today’s Mellisa Paul to talk about the importance of focusing on proper hydration and fueling for youth. Some athletes are in the middle of winter sports right now and may not be as aware of the need to replenish their fluids. Erin recommends finding other ways to increase your water intake, like eating hydrating foods like fruits and soups. Learn more by watching this conversation.