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Snacks for sporty teens

“Help! My teenager has developed hollow legs and my grocery bill has tripled!”

Parents of teens will recognise this common cry, which gets even louder if your teen plays lots of sport. Athletic kids need the right fuel — not only to help them perform at their best on the sports ground, but also to support their swift growth and development.

Print off and pin this inspiring page up in the pantry and try these snack ideas when it seems impossible to fill up your hungry teenager.

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Date modified: 8 April 2026
First published: April 2018

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