At a recent high school swim meet, I watched a teenage athlete struggle to breathe after an impressive race, and what I discovered moments later made me pause. As a respiratory therapist who’s also trained in functional nutrition, I felt compelled to share what every parent should know about energy drinks and teen sports.

Burnout and hormone health are deeply connected. This post explores the signs of adrenal fatigue, why stress impacts cortisol and energy, and gentle resets that restore balance from within.