InkblotJo Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 Hey all, I enjoy my post-workout sweet potato, but I've been craving some variety. I remember that we want vegetable carbs rather than fruit-based carbs post-workout, but I wonder if bananas would be appropriate since (to the best of my limited understanding) they're more glucose than fructose? Thanks for the help! - Jo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura B Posted July 31, 2012 Share Posted July 31, 2012 I think the amounts of fructose and glucose in a banana are about equal, but I don't think you should worry too much about it. A banana is a lot healthier than some things you could be eating post workout, and if you are bored--go for it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Megan Claydon Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 Laura B, I completely agree. Don't get too caught up in breaking down the sugar content of fruit. Unless you are eating 6 bananas a day, its seriously no a problem. I like to throw some apple sauce and cinnamon into the mix as well. Mashing half a banana into your sweet potato or pumpkin is also a tasty option! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Strathdee Posted August 1, 2012 Share Posted August 1, 2012 We did a fun combination the other day. I don't remember ratios, but I just kept tasting it until it was good... Cashew butter Sweet Potatoes Bananas We squeezed it out of a plastic bag (we're classy like that), but I was thinking the mix would make a nice PWO popsicle... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
InkblotJo Posted August 1, 2012 Author Share Posted August 1, 2012 Haha, these all sound great! I was just worried that glucose was significantly preferable to fructose after a workout. Thanks guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 I thought we were supposed to eat protein post workout? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrongandFit Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 Monkey you are. Protein and carbs (like they said try and keep it veggie based rather than fruit). Minimal fat/if any after the workout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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