Before starting to work out, you have to eat something. You cannot go and do cardio or bench-pressing or anything on an empty stomach. We understand you want to lose weight, but not eating is the silliest way one can do. So, what can you eat? Of course, you cannot stuff yourself with a bunch of high-sugar foods, nor with full of carbs ones. Therefore you will need some super aliments, or as we like to call them, superfoods.
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They are foods based mostly on plants, but they contain also white meat and dairy. They are thought to be nutritionally dense and good for one’s health.
It’s been said to be rich in particular nutrients, like antioxidants, which are thought that they can ward off cancer. Also they are rch in healthy fats, that can prevent heart disease; fiber, which prevents diabetes and digestive problems. And rich in phytochemicals, the chemicals that offer deep color and smells to the plants, which have numerous healthful benefits.
Eaten on a regular basis, these foods will help you satisfy the lack of the nutrients that are or might be missing from your diet. Of course, it is very important to keep the superfoods in small portions, and be eaten only when exercising, because otherwise you might gain back the weight you lost.
It is higher in calcium than other dairy products and it contains a great package of other nutrients, including protein and potassium. Also, doctors believe that lactose sensitive people may tolerate yougurt better than milk. Try to choose plain yogurt fortified with vitamin D, and add your own fruit or seeds.
If you don’t like yogurt, skim milk is another dairy superfoods that has only 83 calories per cup and is easy to slip into coffee.
They are nutritious, versatile, economical and full of protein. Studies show that if you eat eggs for breakfast, you might eat fewer calories during the day. Eggs contain 12 vitamins and minerals, including choline, which is recommended for brain development and memory.
Unfortunately, they have a high fat content, but they have protein and heart-healthy fats, high fiber and antioxidants. This is why we add them on the list. Plus, they can help to lower your cholesterol levels.The thing with nuts is that you have to portion them and try not to eat too much.
It is an ancient grain, high in protein, fiber and a source of iron. It also has plenty of zinc, vitamin E, and selenium which will help control your weight and will lower the risk for heart disease and diabetes. Quinoa can be prepared as rice and can be eaten either alone or with vegetables, nuts.
It’s one of the superfoods on our list because it has omega-3 fatty acid content, which helps to protect hearth health. It is recommended to be eaten twice weekly. Salmon is low in calories (200 for 3 ounces), has lots of protein, is a good source of iron and is very low in saturated fat. If you don’t like salmon, you can try canned tuna.
These are some of the superfoods recommended to eat before a workout. But don’t forget to portion it and not over-do it.
