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Female Athlete Triad

Internet URL

http://kidshealth.org/teen/food_fitness/sports/triad.html  

Sponsoring Agency

The Nemours Foundation

Description

Female athlete triad is a combination of three conditions: disordered eating, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis (a weakening of the bones). Learn to detect the signs and symptoms of this condition, as well as tips for female teen athletes to follow in order to maintain good health and conditioning.

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