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179. How Does Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport Actually Affect Your Health?
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (REDs) is one of the most widespread yet misunderstood conditions in female athletics, often flying under the radar until significant physical damage is done. In Part 1 of this special series, Reilly and Jenna are joined by sports medicine physician expert Dr. Aubrey Armento, MD and boar -certified sports dietitian Amanda McCarthy, MS, RDN, CSSD to break down the clinical realities of low energy availability and how it silently impacts your entire system.
Together, the experts unpack the subtle, easily missed red flags of REDs that go far beyond just losing…
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