Dr Joanna McMillan says
Top marks forβ¦ Great sports nutrition! Your crumpets feature carbs that are digested quickly for energy and keeping the fat low helps the meal leave your stomach more quickly. Youβve nicely spread your protein across the day, improving muscle repair, and a hit of haem iron from the kangaroo sausages is smart as itβs more easily absorbed than plant iron and female athletes are often deficient.
If you keep eating like this youβllβ¦ Fuel your body for training while supporting repair. You have an excellent mix of plant and animal foods, including yoghurt, which provides the calcium essential for maximising bone density by your late 20s.
Why donβt you tryβ¦ Switching to black rice (a microwavable sachet is fine) to boost fibre and polyphenols, which are key for a healthy gut microbiome. Make a homemade protein smoothie with whole fruits, nuts, seeds, oats, milk and yoghurt rather than relying on ultra-processed commercial drinks.
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