So you’ve just completed a brutal gym workout session and you’re looking to refuel with a post-workout snack. Odds are your first thought is a protein bar, especially since protein plays an important role in muscle synthesis. But there are plenty of other after-workout snack options you can add to the rotation to refuel and recharge without having to exclusively eat protein bars day after day. Searching for the best post-workout snacks that are packed with nutrients and keep things? Look no further than these snack suggestions from us.
Turmeric Smoothie
The body is inflamed and filled with lactic acid after an intense workout, so the primary goal is recovery. Many people reach for protein after exercise, but since most protein is acidic, one of the best after-workout snacks is something alkaline and anti-inflammatory. Try eating organic grapes or fruits that are alkaline, and incorporate something that is really anti-inflammatory such as turmeric. You can also make a smoothie with frozen bananas, berries, and a one-inch piece of turmeric with water and agave. About 20 or 30 minutes later, eat something high in protein, as your body is now ready to take in something acidic.
Sunbutter And Dates
Dates are high in potassium, which is great to help revitalize post-workout and also helps to flush out any excess salt and water weight. You get the protein from the Sunbutter (which is made with sunflower seeds instead of nuts so it’s perfect for people with nut allergies), and this post-workout snack is addictingly delicious.
Roasted Chickpeas
Chickpeas fit almost perfectly into the mold of the 1:3 protein-to-carb ratio. With 6 grams of protein for every 20 grams of carbs, they make an ideal food to eat after a workout. But eating chickpeas straight out of the can isn’t all that appealing, so opt for the roasted, crunchy kind to satisfy your snack craving.
Nuts
Although nuts don’t fit the classic post-workout snack profile, they do offer another important nutrient: healthy fats. The body utilizes fat as a main fuel-source during low-intensity workouts, like yoga and pilates. Choose whatever nut suits your fancy as a grab-and-go snack. If you want to take it up a notch, make these nut-filled bars or cinnamon roasted almonds ahead of time for a post-workout snack.
Fruity Oatmeal
A cold winter workout calls for a steaming hot bowl of recovery oats. If you haven’t had good old-fashioned oatmeal in a while, you’re missing out on the whole grain goodness that includes protein to repair worn down muscles and fiber to fill up your empty stomach. A half cup serving of oats has about 27 grams of carbs, 5 grams of protein, and 4 grams of fiber. As an added bonus, oats contain a fiber called beta-glucan, which helps to lower cholesterol, according to research. To amp up the protein even more, make oats with milk and top with your favorite seasonal fruit, like pears, apples, berries, or citrus for an antioxidant boost.
Also Read: How to work out in winters the right way
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