Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Fall is Here

[food is fuel]

Finally fall is in the air!

That means Pumpkin, squash, sweet potato, and apples!!! 






 
I love fall; especially fall food.

Lately sweet potato has been my obsession. I mean why wouldn't it be?? Its nutrition content fits my needs for carbohydrates perfectly.

Yes I just said I needed carbs. EVERYONE needs carbs. I don't care what you have heard. Carbs will not make you fat. I promise!

Let’s break it down. There are two types of carbohydrates simple and complex.

Simple carbs are fruits, milk, white flour, cereal, etc.

Complex carbs are veggies, whole grains, legumes, etc.

Carbs act like an IV of energy to your muscles, providing continues energy for your workout.

An athlete needs to consume 2.5-4.5 grams per pound of body weight.

So why do I love sweet potatoes?

They are a complex carb. They are full of vitamins A, C and E which aid in muscle recovery. Not only do sweet potatoes provide you with sustained energy but they are also a good source of iron. Iron helps with the transportation of oxygen to your muscles. If you aren't consuming enough iron you may fatigue much faster in your workout.

My favorite way to cook them is to peel and boil them until tender, then mash them up, add in a little brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of cloves for a delicious side dish. Yummm!!

 


Have a great day!

Sincerely,

Leslie Faust

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