Fitness Foods

Many women I know like to tailor their diet around fitness. They want to eat foods that will not only sustain their energy for the day, but also be good to their bodies so they can work out and stay in shape. If you’re looking for foods that will help your bones and muscles, here are a few of them.

Surprisingly, pineapple and papaya are great for providing “anti-inflammatory properties” that help your muscles recover after a workout.

We’ve already heard that salmon is great for your brain function, but one source says research showed that people who consumed fish oil “had lower heart rates and consumed less oxygen during intense bicycling.” Seems like salmon is a good bet all the way around for great health!

I absolutely love peanut butter, and find that a small amount helps stave off afternoon hunger. It’s also good for muscles since it’s loaded with protein. The serving size in the key here, just a couple tablespoons does the trick.

The biggest surprise to me was the mention of chocolate milk. Yes! It’s good for hydrating the body (better than sports drinks) and the chocolate helps milk have “the perfect balance of carbs, protein, and fat for speedy muscle recovery.” Plus it’s yummy.

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