The way meats and foods are prepared are IMPORTANT! Vitamins and minerals lost, and Fat Content are effected by the way foods are prepared.
This list will help you prepare food at home or help when eating out. If you have any questions, do not hesitate to ask.
| BEST | GOOD | WORST |
|---|---|---|
|
Baked Barbequed Blanched Boiled Grilled Poached Smoked Steamed |
Braised Broiled Roasted Rotisserie Simmered Stewed |
Deep Fried Pan Fried Sautéed |
*These are NOT all the ways that foods are prepared…this should help you on your way.
*These are listed in alphabetical order…they are not ranked in any way.
*As an athlete, your body requires 1-1.5 gallons of Water per day.
*Fortunately it has become easier to eat healthy on the road.
Good Choices:
Subway - load on the veggies, especially spinach…Avoid The meatball and pastrami.
BK & McD - Broiled chicken sandwich no mayo, salad w/low fat dressing…NO FRIES!
Pizza - Cheese with extra sauce, veggie, ham/pineapple. Avoid white sauce and fatty meat.
Taco Bell/Mexican - Bean Burrito, chicken taco/burrito…ask for boiled beans if possible.
*Avoid soda, sugary drinks, and milkshakes…H2O and skim milk when possible.