According to kidshealth.org athletic teens require 2,000-5,000 calories per day but depends on the sport that, that one person plays. But if you don't eat enough of the calories then it will cause the body not to achieve high peak performance and will also break down muscle rather then building it up. It also will effect on how you maintain you weight and strength. If you really don't eat calorie and restrict your body of calories then you will affect your growth. It is usually a bad idea to diet because they need food to refuel their body after a intense practice session. When eating your meal you should intake 60-65% of carbohydrates because it is a long lasting energy supply. Then also you should intake 12-15% of calories should come from proteins.
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http://kidshealth.org/teen/food-fitness/sports/eatnrun.html#
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What are the caloric requirements based on? What about the sport?
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