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What kind of food should be avoided while working out?

Asked by Noah , Last updated: Dec 14, 2023

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Victoria Martian

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Victoria Martian, Blogger, B.com in Journalism, New York

Answered Jan 05, 2021

You may want to improve your chances of getting a great body when you are working out. You need to remember that there are different types of food items that you can eat while there are also some that you should avoid. Fast food should be avoided because most of them come with a lot of preservatives that the body will not be able to burn immediately.

You should also avoid eating dairy products because they may be a bit hard to digest. You should also avoid dairy products when you are lactose intolerant. Avoid anything that has a lot of sugar as they will also make it harder for your body to burn. Extra sugar will be stored in the body.

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Answered Dec 30, 2020

One thing you should know before hitting the gym, or when deciding your pre-workout meal is the right meal you should take. This is important because you must always get rid of anything that won't allow you to have a good time while working out. Although fiber is good for the body and can be taken as well for a pre-workout meal, you should not take flaxseed because it is rich in fiber. The reason is that foods that are rich in fiber can make your stomach bloated. You also need to stop taking protein bars 1-2 hours before working out. The reason is that most of them contain more calories but little protein. Taking protein bars will cause you to feel tired faster. Also, run away from fast food or junk food as you are more likely to get high fats from it. When you eat fast food that contains high fats, it will take the stomach more time to get it digested. Also, don't eat high protein foods like dairy products.
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