9 Foods Athletes Should Never Eat

Never is a strong word. Most nutritionists would probably balk at declaring any food as something you should never eat. But there are certainly foods that athletes should eat less of if they're looking to maximize their performance on game day. And, as much as it may be hard to swallow, they're really foods that everyone should probably eat less of.

Moderation isn't a new concept, but understanding why things might not be good for you and how they can effect your performance is always the best course of action. At least, that's what we were all told in those after-school specials, right? Knowing is half the battle? As such, nutritionist Kelly Aronica has noted nine foods that athletes should avoid especially if they're looking to carry the team.

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