An excellent workout does not work without correct diet. What you eat right after the exercise is very important. A combination of complex carbohydrates, water, some protein, and minerals makes a perfect post-workout diet plan. Body utilizes glucose as fuel for exercise, so one needs to eat foods that increase blood sugar levels gradually. Here’s what-not-to-eat post-exercise.
Cheese
Extremely high in fats, processed cheese is a strict no after a 1-mile run. The large quantity of unsaturated fat and salt in the cheese can render your workout efforts fruitless. Munch on healthy cheese-flavored soya crisps, if you are craving salty snacks.
Bread
Bread is not what you eat after a workout in gym. The starch present in bread turns to sugar rapidly and that is not something your body needs after a workout. What body needs is nutrients. If you have no option, opt for a small portion of whole-wheat bread.
Cereals
Avoid varieties that are loaded with sugar, especially if it's packaged refined cereal. Choose a half cup of low-sugar granola with nuts, and no added sugar instead. You can add skimmed milk to it.
Eggs
Eggs are good after exercise as they are rich in proteins and choline which is good for the heart. But eat them boiled. When eggs are fried, they are cooked in fats making them less healthy.
Raw veggies
Raw vegetables are full of nutrients but are unable to provide you energy needed after a workout. Something more substantial and sizable is needed to recover muscles from workout wear and tear, and to get the metabolism going.
Milkshakes
Milkshakes made with fruits are high in sugar. You can replace it with almond or regular milk, or even green tea.
Processed meats
Processed meats high in fats and salts can slow down your digestion. Bacon, salami, and sausages have fat marbling. Do not rustle on that salami sandwich after a workout how much ever tempting it might be. Eat a sandwich with boiled chicken instead.
Fruit drinks
Fruit drinks though sound healthy, they really aren’t. They are very high in sugar and cause a rapid rush in blood sugar. An iced herbal tea can be a good option. Try tender coconut water. It's healthy and natural.
