by Melissa Boufounos | Nov 24, 2024 | Drinks, Recipes
With anti-inflammatory turmeric, antioxidant-rich cacao, and protein-boosting collagen, this turmeric hot chocolate is a cozy way to support recovery and fuel performance. As an athlete, finding ways to support your recovery while satisfying your cravings can be a...
by Melissa Boufounos | Jan 3, 2023 | Teen Athlete Nutrition, Featured, Nutrition
Wondering how much protein young athletes need to eat every day? Here’s a hint: it’s probably more than they’re eating now. There’s a common misconception that people eat too much, or at the very least, enough protein daily. In reality, many people across all...
by Melissa Boufounos | Dec 2, 2022 | Teen Athlete Nutrition, Nutrition
Looking for snack ideas for your teen athlete who is always on the go? These simple shelf-stable snacks can be packed in their backpack or gym bag. Teen athletes are busy. Between morning training sessions, school, practices, and games, they’re often leaving the house...
by Melissa Boufounos | Jul 20, 2017 | Recipes, Drinks
I hurt my knee at Dead End Race Apocalypse on the weekend. I haven’t had it looked at for an official diagnosis yet, and to be quite honest, I’m a little scared to. I’ve had knee injuries in the past, and they have never swollen like my knee is now....
by Melissa Boufounos | Dec 8, 2016 | Nutrition
The Food Marketing Institute recently reported that 71 percent of us are cooking at home more often. As a Nutritionist, that makes me VERY happy to hear! That also means more people are stressing about what to cook for dinner every night. Naturally, home cooking has...
