Dental Care and Injury Prevention in Athletes - Part 2
Most athletes don’t give their teeth a second thought - until a dental injury occurs. This is Part 2 of the article in which an expert panel of dentists provide their opinions on the topic. The information generated by this discussion should help athletes maintain good oral hygiene and help prevent injuries to teeth. Read more
Heads Up: Concussion in Youth Sports
A concussion is a brain injury caused by a bump or blow to the head that can change the way your brain normally works. Even what seems to be a mild bump or blow to the head can be serious. As many as 3.8 million sports and recreation related concussions are estimated to occur in the United States each year. Read more
Fuel Like a Champion: Nutrition for Young Athletes
In this article for parents, youth nutrition expert Mitzi Dulan discusses sports nutrition for young athletes and how parents can help their child fuel like a champion. Read more
How to Recognize and Prevent Heat-Related Illness
As a child once observed, the sun rises in the summer just like the winter, it just rises more so. Too much sun can bring a bad end to a good time. In order to protect kids, parents need to be aware of the symptoms of the three stages heat related problems. Read more
What is the Difference Between Sports and Energy Drinks?
Sports drinks and energy drinks, is there really a difference? You bet there is, and it’s time athletes distinguish between the two. Below is a special article by Dave Ellis about the role sports and energy drinks are playing in today’s youth. Read more
The 2 Biggest Problems with Youth Sports Nutrition
In this helpful article for youth sports parents, youth sports training expert Brian Grasso discusses the 2 biggest problems he sees with youth sports nutrition- Read more
How to Prevent Dental Injuries - Part I
Most athletes don’t give their teeth a second thought - until a dental injury occurs. Because dental health and tooth injuries in athletes have life-long implications, an expert panel of dentists provide their opinions on the topic. The information generated by this discussion should help athletes maintain good oral hygiene and help prevent injuries to teeth. Read more
