Tips for Choosing Double-Duty Snacks

Tips for Choosing Double-Duty Snacks
By Chris Rosenbloom, PhD, RDN  
 
Snacking is a way of life for many swimmers, and for good reason. Snacking provides a steady stream of energy (calories) for active athletes that sparks physical and mental performance. But, snacks can also do double-duty… that is provide not only needed energy, but also important nutrients that promote growth, development, and repair of all body systems. Here are some of my favorite double-duty snacks.