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Wendy Sterling, MS, RD, CSSD, CEDS-S

The ABCs of Teen Nutrition

Topic

Wendy Sterling, MS, RD, CSSD, CEDS-S—a nationally recognized Registered Dietitian, Sports Nutritionist, and leading expert in adolescent nutrition—will explore how to help teens develop nourishing, sustainable eating habits that fuel their energy, growth, and overall well-being. In her presentation, “The ABC’s of Teen Nutrition,” Wendy will share practical strategies for building balanced routines and teach parents how to evaluate whether their teen’s eating patterns are Adequate, Balanced, and Consistent. She’ll also address common parent concerns like “Why is my teen always tired?” “Are they getting enough protein?” and “Why are they constantly craving sugar?”

Speaker Bio

Wendy Sterling, MS, RD, CSSD, CEDS-S is an Eating Disorder Expert and Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics She is the co-founder of the Plate-by-Plate Approach®, a groundbreaking method for eating disorder recovery used in over 36 countries. Wendy has worked with elite sports teams, including the Oakland A’s, Golden State Warriors, and NY Jets. As a sought-after speaker and co-author of several acclaimed books, she empowers individuals, families, and athletes to foster positive relationships with food and their bodies. Wendy sees clients in her private practice virtually across the U.S. For more about her practice, see www.sterlingnutrition.com.

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