Athletes and Superfoods
Today’s society is full of busy people who are constantly on the go. We are lucky if we can squeeze in the gym and when we get there, most of the time we are on empty, probably have not eaten since lunchtime. It might be wise to refuel our bodies before we hit the gym. But with what? McDonald’s? Is working out with a stomach full of junk food any better than working out on an empty stomach. Probably not. Evidently there are superfoods that athletes can use to refuel and stay healthy when training. The following are the top five superfoods:
1. Oatmeal: The food is not only whole grain, but it is full of carbohydrates to help you get through your workout.
2. Yogurt: This food is a great source of calcium and is known to help in muscle metabolism.
3. Blueberries: These are a great antioxidant known to help control blood pressure and they also contain vitamin C.
4. Sweet Potatoes: These potatoes contain more of the antioxidant beta carotene than any other fruit or vegetable and they also contain vitamins C and E.
5. Salmon: This fish contains a high quality of protein and omega 3 fatty acids.
Try adding at least a few of these foods to your diet to make your workouts more effective and your diet healthier.
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