DIET
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Carbs
Carbohydrates, or saccharides, are considered the main energy source for the brain, central nervous system and muscle cells, in the form of glucose. They are composed of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen and are divided into two distinct groups, simple and complex carbohydrates, which can each have a unique effect and need in building and fueling a lean body. Carbohydrates perform many key functions, providing energy to working muscles to fuel workouts, maintaining blood sugar balance throughout the day and replenishing muscle and liver glycogen to energy stores after workouts. Carbohydrates also help in the recovery process, activating muscle anabolism through...
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MACRONUTRIENT BREAKDOWN OF BODYBUILDING FOODS
Protein Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast 4 oz. (112 g) Total Fat: 2.5 g Protein: 23 g Carbs: 0 g [^ top] Tuna (Water Packed) 1/4 cup (55 g) Total Fat: 0 g Protein: 14 g Carbs: 0 g [^ top] Shrimp 100 g Total Fat: 2 g Protein: 20 g Carbs: 1 g [^ top] Extra-Lean Ground Beef 100 g Total Fat: 10 g Protein: 20 g Carbs: 0 g [^ top] Venison 100 g Total Fat: 8 g Protein: 26 g Carbs: 0 g [^ top] Buffalo 100 g Total Fat: 16 g Protein: 19 g Carbs: 0 g...
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MACRONUTRIENT BREAKDOWN OF BODYBUILDING FOODS
Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breast4 oz. (112 g) Total Fat: 2.5 g | Protein: 23 g | Carbs: 0 g Tuna (Water Packed)1/4 cup (55 g) Total Fat: 0 g | Protein: 14 g | Carbs: 0 g