Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) is a broad constellation of clinical findings related to low energy availability that requires further research and education to prevent its consequences.
RED-S is a comprehensive syndrome of low energy availability affecting both male and female athletes, requiring further research and education for prevention and treatment.
Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) is a constellation of clinical findings related to low energy availability. Manifestations are variable but may include endocrine and reproductive dysfunction, impaired bone and muscle health, psychological complaints, and performance issues, among many others. Unlike the previously common terminology, the female athlete triad, RED-S encompasses a broader range of signs and symptoms and includes descriptions for the male athlete. Since first being described in 2014 by the International Olympic Committee, an abundance of research has sought to define, prevent, and treat the underlying condition of RED-S. Although medicine, and society in general, has tried to expose the hazardous training and lifestyle behaviors that can underpin RED-S, further research and education is required on the part of the clinician and athlete to reshape the culture and prevent the deleterious consequences of low energy availability.
Vopat et al. (Mon,) conducted a review in Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S). Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) was evaluated. Relative energy deficiency in sport (RED-S) is a broad constellation of clinical findings related to low energy availability that requires further research and education to prevent its consequences.