A Deep Dive into Nuts and Seeds for Swimmers
A Deep Dive into Nuts and Seeds for Swimmers
By Chris Rosenbloom, PhD, RDN, CSSD, September 23, 2016
There are many reasons why swimmers should include nuts and seeds as part of their performance plan. Nut and seeds may all look and taste different but they have some commonalities that make them winners. They:
•Provide energy (calories) to power you through a workout; nuts and seeds are nutrient-dense, meaning that in a small portion they provide calories, protein, fat, and vitamins and minerals.
•Are a good source of dietary fiber, a nutrient in short supply in the diet of many athletes.
•Contain plant compounds, called phytonutrients, that are tied to many health outcomes.
•Help keep your heart healthy; your heart is a muscle and without a healthy heart your swimming will suffer.
•Are part of a plant-based diet and many swimmers are interested in eating less meat and more plant foods.
•Are portable and convenient; no refrigeration needed
•Taste great and are versatile; can be used as snack, as a topping, and as an ingredient in almost every dish.
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•Provide energy (calories) to power you through a workout; nuts and seeds are nutrient-dense, meaning that in a small portion they provide calories, protein, fat, and vitamins and minerals.
•Are a good source of dietary fiber, a nutrient in short supply in the diet of many athletes.
•Contain plant compounds, called phytonutrients, that are tied to many health outcomes.
•Help keep your heart healthy; your heart is a muscle and without a healthy heart your swimming will suffer.
•Are part of a plant-based diet and many swimmers are interested in eating less meat and more plant foods.
•Are portable and convenient; no refrigeration needed
•Taste great and are versatile; can be used as snack, as a topping, and as an ingredient in almost every dish.
Learn more here:
