Raising Well Nourished Kids
We all want to raise healthy, emotionally resilient, food-adventurous kids, but what does that actually look like and how do we do it?
This podcast is a place for deep conversations and practical guidance about what it takes to raise well nourished kids, in every sense of the word. We tackle all the big topics from setting boundaries and creating healthy eating habits to instilling a good food culture in your household and fostering body positivity.
There’s a lot of information out there, much of it contradictory and confusing. This leaves parents overwhelmed and anxious about the ‘right’ thing to do when it comes to their child’s health and wellbeing. It’s time to reimagine a way to parent in this modern world that supports health, connection and the relational wellbeing of our families and precious children.
Every week we’ll bring you a new episode that draws on our combined 40 years of knowledge and experience in the fields of child psychology, behaviour and nutrition, as well as our own personal journey’s of raising healthy, thriving teenagers, in the hopes of bringing you some much needed clarity along with simple, proven strategies to help you raise well nourished kids.
We’re here to support you to support your young people in developing healthy eating habits and positive relationships with and through food.
Raising Well Nourished Kids
60. How to Fuel Sporty Kids for Energy, Focus and Recovery
If you’ve got a sporty child, you’ll know the challenge of keeping up with their energy needs while still making sure they are eating in a way that supports growth, concentration, and long-term health.
From endless training sessions to weekend carnivals and competitions, what kids eat and drink can make all the difference to both performance and recovery.
In this episode, Georgia is joined by nutritionist Alethea Mills, who specialises in sports nutrition and has helped athletes of all ages fuel their bodies effectively. Together they explore the unique nutritional needs of active and growing kids, from pre-training snacks to post-game meals, hydration strategies, and when supplements may be necessary.
You’ll hear about:
- The key macronutrients and micronutrients that matter most for active kids
- Practical snack and meal ideas for before and after training
- Why hydration and electrolytes are more individual than you think
- The importance of bio-individuality, and why what works for one child may not work for another
- How functional testing, such as sweat tests and iron panels, can uncover the root cause of fatigue, cramps, and underperformance
- Real-life stories of young athletes whose performance and wellbeing improved through nutritional support
Whether your child swims, runs, plays footy, or simply loves being active, this conversation is filled with practical, evidence-based tips to help you fuel their body and mind while keeping things realistic for family life.
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