Ep 44 Can Trendy Diets Lead to Performance Deficits?

The Sports Nutrition Playbook

Host and sports dietitian Amy Goodson is joined by Zoë Rom and Kylee Van Horn of Your Diet Sucks as they explore the allure and dangers of trendy diets for youth and teen athletes. From the influence of social media to the psychological factors driving restrictive eating, this episode uncovers how these diets can sabotage energy, hydration, and recovery—leading to injuries and long-term health risks. Through real-life stories and expert insights, learn to spot harmful diet trends, navigate misinformation, and build a balanced fueling plan that powers peak performance and recovery.

• Social: IG, @flynutrition3, @carrot_flowers_z
• Kylee Website: http://www.flynutrition.org
  Book: Practical Fueling for Endurance Athletes: https://www.amazon.com/Practical-Fueling-Endurance-Athletes-Performance/dp/1718216785/ref=sr_1_1?crid=5HE08RJ2RDTW&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.z4KslLWPiVZDWK--K3RaBOu12a-3YgnspZvm6HSPIsiPYoXZQ6jlXIO-WKC4iJ7r.5WWDeGptbgn202cUiU3JCO91uEKsQc1RqfOx3tZcri4&dib_tag=se&keywords=practical+fueling+for+endurance+athletes&qid=1734562181&sprefix=practical+fueling%2Caps%2C136&sr=8-1
• Podcast: Social: @yourdietsuckspod

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