DIETARY SUPPLEMENTS & SAFETY for Athletes | What You Need to Know with Shawn Hueglin

Adolescent athletes can often hear mixed messages about whether they should engage with dietary supplements. Dr. Shawn Hueglin, Senior Sport Dietitian for USOPC, outlines the basics of who, what, why and when athletes might consider dietary supplements. Dr. Hueglin provides coaches, athletes and parents with an understanding of myths and realities regarding supplementation with youth athletes, with a particular focus on protein, creatine and caffeine. 00:00 Introduction – Dietary Supplements & Adolescent Athletes 00:49 Are Supplements Safe for Youth Athletes? 01:20 Defining Dietary Supplements – What Counts? 04:14 Regulation Differences Between Food & Supplements 07:11 Reading Labels – What to Look For & Avoid 09:45 Sport Supplements vs. Nutrition Supplements Explained 13:15 Why Young Athletes Want to Take Supplements 17:24 Hormonal Growth & Natural Performance Potential 19:43 Choosing Trusted Products & Third-Party Testing 24:27 Protein, Creatine & Caffeine – Common Questions 38:41 Key Takeaways – Food First, Supplements Second #Volleyball #SportsNutrition #DietarySupplements #AthleteWellness #PerformanceNutrition