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Plant-based nutrition for endurance training

Eating more plant-based foods may not only be beneficial for the environment, but also for your overall health.We’ll make sure you receive all the information needed below to give the plant-based lifestyle a try!


Advantages and disadvantages of a plant-based diet for endurance athletes

Eating a plant-based diet with plenty of vegetables, legumes and fruit is beneficial for overall health. It has been shown to decrease the risk of cardiovascular diseases, high blood sugar and other health problems.

However, people with a high energy expenditure can find it difficult to take in enough energy on a plant-based diet. Vegetables and fruit have a low energy density and are often high in water and dietary fiber. As a result, you need to eat larger volumes or understand how to best combine these foods to get enough energy. Some might find it difficult eating these larger amounts, since a diet rich in dietary fiber will also make you feel full for longer than a low-fiber diet.


A plant-based diet (if well balanced) is also naturally high in dietary fiber. Fiber is generally good for you, since it helps keep blood fat and sugar levels low. However, a large amount of dietary fiber, especially if you’re not used to it, can cause some discomfort. If you’re new to eating a higher amount of dietary fiber, try to increase your intake slowly. Eat regularly and make sure to drink enough water so that your body has time to adapt to it. 


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