What should I eat after practicing yoga?

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Yoga is an exercise with many health benefits. However, nutrition after yoga practice also plays an important role in improving the effectiveness of the exercise. So what should you eat after practicing yoga to provide enough nutrition for the body?

1. Nutritious food for yoga practitioners

During our daily physical activities, dehydration often occurs. Therefore, when exercising, it is necessary to pay attention to adding water to avoid the body falling into a state of serious dehydration. At the same time, water contains 0 calories but helps you reduce cravings if you drink 1 glass.
Some of you, after exercising, do not want to use filtered water because of its pale taste and no smell, making the taste buds feel uncomfortable. So you can drink a glass of lemonade or a glass of coconut water with ice to cool down. Besides replenishing the water lost during exercise, the body needs to replenish glycogen, carbs and protein.
You can build a protein-rich snack menu to replenish energy after yoga. Balanced nutrition after yoga practice will help you not to stress. Although exercise brings a feeling of relaxation, good for health, if you have a nutritional deficiency that does not compensate in time, your body will be tired and stressed every time you practice.
You can use chocolate after a workout to supplement the nutritional group needed after yoga. This will be a convenient snack full of carbs and protein. In addition, chocolate is also a good product for people with cardiovascular disease. However, you should not use the type that is too sweet to increase blood sugar.

2. Food to use after yoga

Even if you are having a healthy exercise, the post-yoga diet also plays an extremely important role, contributing to speeding up the effectiveness of the exercise. So what should you eat after practicing yoga? Here are 10 food suggestions for you to use after practicing yoga.
2.1 Dark leafy vegetables The cruciferous family is always a group of dark leafy greens that are easy to choose for every meal. According to research on nutritional composition, the color of the leaves is related to the nutrients that the vegetable provides the body. The darker the vegetables, the more nutrition, and eating those groups of vegetables, the body will always be supplemented with enough trace elements and good fiber to purify the body and stimulate digestion.
Yoga needs to be provided with a green and body-friendly meal, so you can combine vegetables into a mixed salad or make a smoothie to use as a snack.
2.2 Chocolate or pure cocoa Pure cocoa is the ingredient to create the delicious chocolate bars we still use as gifts on Valentine's Day. Pure cocoa has antioxidant capacity that prevents the risk of many diseases, especially cardiovascular disease. The flavonoid component in chocolate is the cause of that effect. In addition, eating chocolate after yoga also provides magnesium to help the body avoid negative psychological diseases. This is considered a perfect dish to combine with yoga. One side improves health and endurance, prolongs life, the other side prevents diseases, creates an optimistic spirit.
2.3 Quinoa Yoga practice always consumes a lot of body energy, so quinoa is necessary to replenish energy and increase your ability to focus when meditating. Supplementing this seed will provide the body with all kinds of amino acids and help reduce the risk of iron deficiency anemia.
This nut can be used as a substitute for starch and provides enough energy if you want to use it for breakfast. With its long existence and positive health benefits, in the future quinoa will be popularly used as a super grain.
2.4 Porridge made from oats Crushed oats can be used to cook porridge which is very good for the digestive system and weight loss if you want to burn off the accumulated fat. This dish is not sweet or rich and tastes as sweet as porridge made from rice. As a result, the body significantly reduces the amount of sugar and prevents the increased risk of bad cholesterol. You can add cinnamon flowers, cardamom... to create a delicious flavor for the dish.
A more compelling reason for you to use oatmeal is a rich source of fiber. This dish will provide fiber to help the body digest better and provide enough calories for activities.

2.5 Fresh fruits Berries are always a source of green nutrition, supplement many vitamins, minerals and rehydrate the body. You can combine them in fruit yogurt or a nutrient-rich mixed juice. This will be an antioxidant food while improving the beauty of the skin effectively. You will be added with a safe amount of sugar instead of using chemical sugar products that destroy the metabolic chains and metabolic activities of the body. At the same time, this will be a temporary satiety snack for you to limit food in your portion and not have sudden hunger pangs
2.6 Lentils Lentils are a dish used by Indians and brought positive effects for yoga practitioners. This legume contains more folic acid than any other food. At the same time, iron and protein needs are always enough for your body to consume. Therefore, this food is recommended to ensure energy for the body when performing rigorous yoga exercises.
2.7 Tofu If you are a vegetarian, you must be familiar with tofu. This is said to be a healthy source of plant protein the body should have. Soybeans have antioxidant functions, beautify the skin and are good for the user's heart health. When using 9 groups of essential amino acids will be added to the body. At the same time, this product is low in sugar, limited in fat and provides 17.19 g of protein per 100g of tofu.
2.8 Peanut butter Peanuts are a favorite dish especially when processed into butter to serve with salads or sandwiches. You will quickly have a light but guaranteed snack rich in nutrients and energy. This food source of protein is quite high and also provides a good amount of saturated fat to promote the body's metabolism.

2.9 Water and sour fruits Forget soft drinks, coffee... you should use filtered water or a cup of lemon to balance nutrition after yoga.

3. Notes if you want to eat before yoga

Eating after yoga is to replenish the body's nutrients lost after exercise. There are some who want to eat before training to avoid exhaustion after finishing. Here are some notes if you eat before yoga:
Should eat 1 hour before practice Consume only snack foods Limit high-sugar food groups Avoid strongly acidic foods Do not drink You should only use juice, only filtered water to avoid stomach cramps. Do not use alcoholic beverages. So you must have the answer and a specific plan for what to eat after yoga. Wish you always success in your exercises and plans to improve your health.
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