What’s better than peanut butter? Homemade peanut butter. Or, for the adventurous, homemade chocolate peanut butter. If you’ve never tasted freshly ground peanut butter, or almond butter, or cashew butter, or walnut butter for that matter, you’ve simply gotta try it. It’s easy to make and it works well for long rides and everyday...
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There they are, setting in the produce department, daring you to pick one up. And figure out what the heck to do with it. Surely, they’re good for you, right? They are vegetables after all, and vibrantly purple. Eggplants. It’s what’s for dinner this week. Recipe of the Week: Simple Grilled Eggplants Ingredients: 3...
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The art of drinking the right thing at the right time on the bike can take years of practice. We’re gonna speed that up for you. Really, it’s simple. It simply depends on 3 factors: Your primary goal: Are you riding mostly for health and weight loss OR for cycling performance? This can become...
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The magic bullet. Whole food super pills. Hours of energy in a bottle. Easy, quick, short-cut, convenient nutrition. If you’re looking for any of these, this particular post is not for you. To love the bike, I’m proposing that you have to take care of and love your body…the slow-food, whole-food, real-food, old-fashioned way....
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Steven’s Question: I’ve been having leg cramps in the middle of the night. What is something to take/drink after my rides that can help me with post-recovery? I’m limited because I’m diabetic and really have to watch the sugar/carb intake. Kelli’s Answer: Thanks so much for your question! There’s a few aspects of nutrition...
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Candy on the brain? If you didn’t before, you probably do now. But never fear, as we approach Halloween, and all the candy that comes with it, I have an easy recipe for a sweet treat that features an incredible SuperFood: Ginger. Yes, this treat is a treat (I didn’t take out all the...
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How many of you are using cycling to help achieve your ideal weight? How many would like to obtain this through cycling? We all ride a bike for different reasons, but health and fitness is definitely a common theme that runs through a lot of us recreational cyclists. But how do you get there? ...
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There are countless reasons why I’m Loving the Bike, but one of them is definitely due to my love of eating. You see, I enjoy being lean and in shape…..and when I’m out packing on the miles on my bike I feel as though I can enjoy the foods I love without the...
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As America anticipates the arrival of Thanksgiving tomorrow, there will likely be a few of you who choose to stay in, eat, and watch football instead of getting out on the bike. Our teammate, Kelli, offers up some great dietary advice for anyone in this situation (whether you’re in the US celebrating the holiday,...
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I am very pleased to have Kelli Jennings officially as one of our Loving the Bike Teammates. She guest posted a great article back a few months ago (Daily Nutrition vs Training Nutrition), and now she will be a more regular contributor to this blog. Kelli will also be the one mainly responsible for...
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We are very honored to have Kelli Jennings, registered dietitian (RD) guest posting today. I wish I had even half the nutrition knowledge she has. Kelli’s post contains valuable information that all cyclists and athletes should be aware of. Like many athletes, you may have found yourself reading the ingredients of your favorite sports drink...
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Question: I am using the homebrew sugar formulations (sometimes added to green tea). I am also trying to wean myself off 1/2 dose adrenalean “lip tonic delivery system” (biorhythm brand- caffeine, hoodia g, synephrine, yohimbe) capsule for energy.
My question is other than juice, can you suggest modifications in lieu of table sugar for energy and hydration.
Answer:
Both raw/organic honey or agave can work great in the homebrew (substitute in the same quantities for the sugar, or to taste), but you do have to shake well in order to make sure they don’t settle out. Have you tried either of these? Also, make sure to use at least the minimum amount of salt recommended in the homebrew as the temps rise, you need the sodium replacement if you’re sweating.
Please send us your questions for our Expert Sports Nutritionist, Kelli Jennings to “Ask the Sports Nutritionist“. Kelli Jennings is a Registered Dietitian with a passion for healthy eating, wellness, & sports nutrition. For more information go to www.apexnutritionllc.com.
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