Youth players should not be viewed under the same light as senior players when it comes to nutrition...

Proposed macronutrient recommendations based on academy expenditure values include 6-10g/kg of carbs to fuel, 1.5-2g/kg of protein to build and recover and around 30% of energy intake to be from good fats (~1.5g/kg) to help aid with inflammation and recovery...

Even simple swaps from white to brown bread can be what contributes to becoming a better athlete! 

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