Written By: Bhakti Paun Sharma | Updated: July 7, 2016, 10:16 AM
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After a workout, we usually prioritise on the intake of protein and carbohydrates to best facilitate the recovery process and capitalise on our body preference to take up carbs at that time. Hence, you need to watch out on what we gobble up on immediately after a workout. DR Aastha Sharma, Dietitian at Nayati Hospitals, Mathura shares a list of foods that are best avoided post a workout.
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Raw vegetables – Surprised that this is on the list? Workouts lead to a loss of vitamin and minerals from the body. Raw veggies aren’t substantial enough to supplement that. You can choose to add raw veggies along with proteins but munching on salad won’t help.
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Fruit drinks – Sodas are a big no and so are fruit based drinks. Consuming sugary drinks like canned fruit juices, fresh shakes or soda will slow down your metabolism post workout. If you need to replace electrolytes post workout, eat and banana and drink plain water.
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Fried eggs – Eggs are an ideal food post workout because of the protein content. However, consuming saturated fats which are a part of fried eggs isn’t a good idea. Eat boiled or poached eggs instead.
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Milk chocolates – A bar of Snickers or any other chocolate gives you the perfect burst of energy required after a workout. But this pleasure is damaging your workout goals because of its high sugar and calories. A small piece of dark chocolate is a better option.
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Sweet treats – You’ve worked out for 2 hours instead of one but that doesn’t require a sweet treat like doughnuts or pastries. Satisfy your cravings for carbs and something sweet with a wheat toast and peanut butter or fruit jam.
