5 Foods You Should Steer Clear Of And 3 You Should Eat After Exercising

We often  eat poorly because we do not know what we are doing. If you are going to exercise and you are trying to take care of yourself, pay attention. You should know that there are a number of foods that you should not eat after  exercising. There are also other foods that are recommended after exercise.

In this article, we talk about  what you should avoid and what you should include in your diet after exercising.

What foods should I avoid eating after exercising?

1. Red meat

Exercising increases your intellectual performance, but this is not the case if you eat red meat right afterwards.

• According to a study by the University of Georgia,  it only takes 20 minutes of training to learn better and hold on to information better.
• However, this  is not possible if you immediately eat red meat. Eating it can have effects that are not good for your brain, since after eating it, it  limits learning and memory.

It is also related to the amount of saturated fat that red meat has, which  tends to slow down the metabolism. This is not very desirable if you want to maintain good digestive health.

2. Commercial smoothies

Ready-made smoothies you buy in the store are often sold with a very low health standard. You should also keep in mind that they are ultimately often filled with sugar because they are already done.

It may seem like smoothies are the perfect drink to complement an afternoon of intense workouts. However, consider the fact that  not all smoothies are recommended.

• Without going too far,  those with high sugar content will have twice as many calories as those you burned while exercising. Be careful with them!

If you want to drink them, you  should choose the natural options. The best are those that are mostly made with vegetables and fiber, and that have not added sugar.

3. Fried food

Fried foods and fast foods have a high number of saturated fats. This type of food  is never recommended, but especially not right after exercising. Your reward for completing your workout should never be to eat more calories than you burned.

• Remember that your body needs 9 grams of energy to digest 1 gram of fat.
• In addition, this type of food is responsible for  reducing your metabolism, which physical exercise works so hard to increase.

4. Nuts from trees

Although nuts from trees are healthy when eaten in small amounts, it is better not to eat them after exercising. It is wise to eat foods that are rich in protein, and  nuts  from trees are,  but you must also realize that they have a high fat content. In addition lowers the  fabric fskiftet your  and for this reason it is recommended not to eat them after training.

5. Coffee

Coffee is a drink that  dehydrates you, so it is not recommended after exercise. Instead,  choose plain water. With it, you can satisfy your thirst in a way that hydrates you.

Food recommended after exercise

Protein

As we mentioned earlier, you should eat protein after exercising.

• The most suitable proteins for this time of day are those that come from  white meat, such as chicken, turkey and fish.
• It  is  also  recommended that you eat green vegetables  because they are an excellent source of protein.
• Another option is to choose  legumes, soy and seeds.

Bananas

Although it is not recommended that you eat foods that have a high sugar content (such as bananas), after exercise, if you fancy something sweet, the best choice will be a banana.

Thanks to the potassium and carbohydrates present in this fruit, it is an excellent ally  when you just want something sweet without it being counterproductive.

Potatoes and other starchy foods

The best side dish for you after exercise is  something starchy. For example, try boiled potatoes or baked potatoes with a little rice. In this way, you ensure that the digestive system absorbs these carbohydrates easily. After all, they contribute to  better  digestion of proteins. Remember these tips for the next time you feel like a bite to eat after your workout!