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The Best Foods to Eat to Replenish Electrolytes

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These fruits, veggies, dairy, and whole grains can provide the nutrients your body needs without the added sugar you don’t want. By HOLLIS TEMPLETON in Runner’s World Most of us can get away with gulping water after a workout, but some—those of us training for fall marathons or just running over an hour in humidity—need to …

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Worst Things to Eat or Drink Before a Workout

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1/13 Granola or Protein Bars These might seem like a good idea before you hit the gym, but there’s no clear definition of what they really are. Check the labels — both kinds can have lots of sugar. If they do, your body will burn through that fast, and you may not get much else. …

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12 Foods with more Potassium than a Banana

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1/14 How Much Is In a Banana? This sweet, tropical treat provides a ton of potassium. And that’s a good thing, because almost every body part needs it, from your heart and kidneys to your muscles and nerves. It even plays a role in basic cell function. But bananas aren’t the only game in town. …

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Tony’s Blueberry Banana Protein Bowl or Shake

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Ideal as Energy ‘Pick-Me-Up’ prior or post Workout, anytime of the day. You can prepare either a bowl or a shake with the same ingredients. Prep: 5 minutes Total: 5 minutes Yield: 1 Bowl or 1 shake. Ingredients ½ cup natural yogurt. I enjoy plain yogurt, with no added preservatives and with (millions of) live …

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Pineapple Banana Smoothie

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Start your day with this delicious Pineapple Banana Smoothie. It’s a glass of tropical sunshine with a slight and refreshing tanginess. Prep Time 10 mins Total Time 10 mins Course: Smoothie Cuisine: American Servings: 2 Calories: 119 kcal Author: Linda Ooi Ingredients 1 cup pineapple (cut into chunks) (200g) 1 banana (peeled and cut into chunks) 1 cup almond milk (240ml) Instructions Combine pineapple, banana, and almond milk in a blender. …

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Health Benefits of Avocados

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1/15 It’s Easy Being Green They’ve been the darlings of social media, and they’ve been called “America’s new favorite fruit.” Turns out, avocados are popular for good reason. Not only are they delicious, they’re packed with vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients that can help keep you healthy. 2/15 Better Than a Banana Your body needs …

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Antioxidant Smoothie Bowl

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On mornings when you have time to sit and eat, try this spin on a sippable smoothie. Make the mixture a bit thicker than you would if you were drinking from a straw and toss in some assorted fruit and crunchy toppings like granola, nuts, or goji berries. Antioxidant-rich frozen cherries and blueberries make a …

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Peanut Butter and Chocolate Protein Shake

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This peanut butter and chocolate protein shake is yummy, and keeps you feeling full for several hours on just about 350 calories. Start by pouring one cup of almond milk, cashew milk or regular milk into your blender. Add a scoop of your favorite protein powder. Add organic powdered peanut butter, PB2 or even a …

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9 Simple and Satisfying Peanut Butter Snacks

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There are wrong ways and right ways to eat peanut butter. Read on to learn super simple and yummy peanut butter snacks that won’t hurt your diet. According to the National Peanut Board, peanut butter is consumed in 90 percent of U.S. households, and the average person in the U.S. consumes more than six pounds …

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