dry fruits as energy sources

[Viridian]

I was wondering if those dry fruits can be an option as energy source before work out, they are easy to bring with you in the bus on the way to the gym, some people say they have a high content of sugar, anyone here consume them regularly? thank you.

 

[SteveMobsterG]

I used to have a oatmeal flapjack before catching the train home after work which gave energy for a gym.

 

[personaltrainers]

Thanks for this!

 

[stevesmi]

the problem with dried fruit is they are very calorie dense!

i would recommend eating a sweet potato on the way to your gym, try that

 

[Lev Butlerov]

You can definitely get some energy from those fruits, but keep in mind that there are a lot of calories there. So if you will eat them, don't lose control. I sometimes have a bit of dark chocolate (90-95% cocoa) with a banana - gives me crazy energy!

 

[muskate]

The problem with dried fruit is they are VERY calorie dense because all the water content is removed. Stick with fresh or frozen fruit.

The best fruits to consume are -
berries
grapefruit
melon (like cantaloupe and watermelon)

Those have the most nutrients and least calories/sugar. A cup of watermelon actually has less calories and sugar then a cup of green beans.

Too much fruit isn't great because of the fructose content but I see no problems at all with having 2-3 servings of fruit per day. I eat a couple servings of fruit every day. I like to have a bowl of strawberries before bed.

 

[SteveMobsterG]

Thanks for this!

My pleasure.

 

[MasonicBodybuilder]

Fresh fruit would always be better for your carb source. Dried fruit tends to have a ton of sugar. If you need something convenient just have an apple and a protein shake.