Eating right to build muscle
Bodybuilders and amateur fitness buffs know the value of having muscle strength. Lowering body fat and increasing muscle are common goals. Having adequate muscle is important for strength and having a vibrant metabolism.
I’m no dietician, but I’ve never heard that you should eat a lot of starches and sugars if you want to build muscle. You’ll build something if you eat all of that, but it won’t be muscle.
Eating adequate calories is important to build muscle. It is critical to obtain many of your calories from protein sources.
The good news is that there are many sources of protein to please everyone. Those who don’t eat meat can eat beans. People who do eat meat should choose lean cuts. Fish is another great source of protein, especially cold water fish like salmon and mackerel. Eggs are a good source of protein, as are cheese and yogurt.
So that pretty much leaves foods like fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts, beans and animal proteins. Low glycemic index fruits and vegetables provide good nutrition without big swings in blood glucose levels.
Be sure to get your sugar cravings fixed by eating berries. They’re full of nutrients and lots of flavor.
Eating lots of fresh green and other colorful vegetables provides more healthy calories and serves as the perfect complement to your protein-rich sources.