Weight Management

Weight Management Approximately 65% to 75% of the US population is overweight or obese. Overweight (body mass index [BMI] = 25-29 kg/m2) individuals make up approximately 30% to 40% of …

Fueling Football Players

Good nutrition can help build muscle mass, increase speed, decrease body fat, gain weight, provide optimal recovery, and fuel performance. Football season is right around the corner and the time …

Weight Loss for Athletes

The purpose of a weight loss meal plan is to help athletes lose body fat and maintain lean muscle mass without causing a detriment to performance. One main goal of …

Fueling Tennis Players

Fueling Tennis Players By Andrea Dacey, RDN, CSSD | Updated August 25, 2026 Tennis players practice for hours at a time. Most of the competitive season starts in the early …

Gastrointestinal Issues In Athletes

Just as athletes train for their sport, they must also “train their guts.” Athletes who are not used to drinking or eating during exercise are more likely to develop GI …

Fueling Swimmers

Written by Andrea Dacey, RDN, CSSD | Updated August 1, 2026 Swimming is a great sport for recreational or competitive athletes. Swimming works all major muscle groups, so it is …

Nutritionists: Not all are created equal

The terms dietitian and nutritionist are commonly used as synonymous labels to refer to people that bestow information regarding diet and nutrition. What many people misunderstand though is that there …