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Vitamins and Minerals for Young Athletes

Bring awareness to micronutrients and their role in health and the avoidance of injury and illness. Your athlete will learn about:

• The role of vitamins and minerals in sport
• Where to locate vitamins and minerals in food
• Calcium and vitamin D, the bone building nutrients
• The important role of iron in the athlete’s diet
• Where to source important micronutrients from food
• What to do if there is a deficiency in his or her diet