Saturday, December 4, 2010

Foods That Active Teens Should Avoid

Soft Drinks
Soft drinks contain lactic acid which build up in the muscles of an active teen and can contribute to or cause soreness. They also dehydrate the body, which will really inhibit performance.

Foods with Partially Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil
This ingredient lowers your "good" or HDL cholesterol and increasse your "bad" or LDL cholesterol. This combination skyrockets your chances of getting heart disease. Non-homemade but store-bought baked goods often contain this.

Foods that Contain MSG
The real name for this ingredient is Monosodium Glutamate. It is most commonly found in canned soups, instant noodles, and fast food dishes. Research has been done to prove that MSG has a toxic effect on your brain - which won't make you play your best on the field.



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