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Amy Goodson MS, RD, CSSD, LD
     
 

Current Position:
Sports Dietitian for Ben Hogan Sports Medicine, TCU Athletics, Texas Rangers, Dallas Stars
Registered Dietitian for Texas Health Fort Worth Hospital’s Executive Health Program

Education:
BS in Speech Communications, Texas Christian University
MS in Exercise and Sports Nutrition, Texas Woman’s University

Speciality:
Sports Nutrition
Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics

Leadership Positions:
President of Dallas Dietetic Association
Media Representative for the Texas Dietetic Association
Newsletter Editor & Webinar Coordinator for Texas Dietetic Association
Newsletter Editor for SCAN’s Sports Dietetics USA Sub-Practice Group

Honors:
2008 Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year for Texas
2008 Dallas Dietetic Association Volunteer Award

Experience:
Appears regularly in media
Contributing writer for Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) and a variety of local newsletters
Sports Dietitian for a variety of PGA Tour Players

Other:
Amy’s current nutrition initiatives surround the adequate fueling of athletes from adolescent to professionals as well as making the Registered Dietitian the nutrition expert in the media.

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Potassium

Did you know potassium rich fruits and vegetables may help preserve muscle mass in older adults? Experts estimate that most Americans consume only half the recommended amount of potassium. Foods high in potassium include:

Sweet potatoes
Tomatoes, Spinach
White beans, Soybeans, Lentils
Bananas, Peaches, Cantaloupes

Source: Tufts Health & Nutrition Newsletter - August 2008, Vol 26, Number 6

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