When young athletes are done with a game, they probably are going to be hungry. Parents already know that, but what about healthy snacks to eat after the final whistle?
When planning a postgame snack or meal, remember that it must include a carbohydrate source and a protein source. These two will absorb into the blood stream and start the muscle recovery process.
What athletes put into their bodies after taking a lot out of them is a key to getting back to 100 percent as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Here are some examples of snacks that have the ideal ratio of carbs to protein that aid in muscle recovery:
Enjoy these snacks after a big game and you’ll be on the road to recovery in a fast, healthy and delicious way.
Lindsay Langford is a registered dietician and board certified specialists in sports dietetics for St. Vincent Sports Performancein Indianapolis. She has experience in clinical nutrition, endurance coaching and nutrition coaching for athletes and teams in the NFL, NHL, NBA and IRL as well as elite level endurance athletes.