Food for Building Muscle

"Discover What Foods You Need to Build Muscle"

Eating good food for building muscle has to be a top priority.

I think before we get into the specific types of muscle foods, it is important to understand the macronutrient breakdown of food.

The food we eat can be broken down into three types of macronutrients:

1. Protein

2. Carbohydrates

3. Fats
 

1. Protein

Protein is the building block of muscle.

In addition to being a major dietary staple, protein helps repair muscle tissue from your weight training sessions.

Thus without protein, you just are not going to build muscle.

Generally you will need more protein to grow, than those who do not weight train.

The amount of protein required can vary between 1.0 to 1.5 times your body weight.

There are 4 calories in 1 gram of protein.

Learn more about building a high protein diet menu.
 

Lean High Protein Food

- Skinless chicken breast
- Skinless turkey breast
- Fresh fish such as tilapia and halibut
- Egg whites
- Low fat cottage cheese
- Low fat brick free cheese
- Shrimp
- Beef steak or roast - sirloin and round
- Canned tuna in water
- Whey protein powder
- Casein protein powder

2. Types of Carbohydrates used for Building Muscle

The main source of fuel that your body uses for energy.

There are 4 calories in 1 gram of carbohydrates.

- Sweet potato (yams)
- Oatmeal
- Brown Rice
- Whole Grain Bread
- Whole Grain Bagel
- Fruit
- Vegetables

3. Types of healthy Fats for Building Muscle

Important for overall health and a concentrated energy source.

There are 9 calories in 1 gram of fat.

- Avocado
- Olive Oil
- Almonds
- Peanuts and other nuts
- Flax seed oil
- Fish oil
- Enova oil
 

All three of the above types of macronutrients are vital to your weight lifting diet and crucial if you plan on building muscle now!

To help you keep track of your calories in a simple format, use a food journal as suggested here.

Check out some free muscle building recipes here.

For more example of macronutrients and their benefits, head to the Diabetic-Dieting.com Food Group page here.

Body Science Hmb - Bodybuilding can improve overall health by replacing unwanted fat with lean body mass, meanwhile improving the mind and hormone balance.

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