Risk of relative energy deficiency in sport due to low energy availability: A nutritional concern among adolescent team sport athletes

This study revealed that adolescent female team sports players had a high prevalence of LEA and REDs risk. Importantly, the findings suggest a new direction regarding the way coaches, nutritionists, parents, and governing bodies approach adolescent athlete welfare, prioritizing health, growth, and long-term performance over short-term success. This study serves as an important indication to prioritize energy balance and athlete education as the foundations of long-term sports performance.