Question 1

what five foods not to eat before running?

Accepted Answer

Heavy foods: Best not to eat heavy foods

including 
greasy/fatty
high protein (especially if large serving size)
large portions
usually acidic foods bother people (oj, tomato juice, citrus fruit)
physically hard foods (such as nuts).

Question 2

what foods should i eat after i run?

Accepted Answer

Protein: Good to get some protein into the system right after the run, as you need to begin rebuilding and resupplying. You can make a shake/smoothie with protein powder and other good ingredients, chocolate milk with protein powder, chicken, ground meat, etc. Be sure to rehydrate as well. Good Luck.

Question 3

what kind of food items can one eat right after coming from a morning walk/run?

Accepted Answer

Water + CHOs: If you are running for long distances on an empty stomach in the am, you need to rehydrate with water &/or juices.  After "cooling off", eating complex cho's(carbohydrates) helps to restore the energy stores that have be used for the exercise.  Whole grain cereals, breads with some protein spreads like peanut butter, hummus, fruits, unroasted nuts etc are all good choices.  Adequate protein in the.

Question 4

im 56 and 215 pounds i eat a bunch of food but rarely exersize and when i do i run short on breath what is wrong with me do i need medical help?

Accepted Answer

: You may simply be out of shape, but a medical checkup is vary advisable. Blood tests,evaluation of cardiac and lung function will be emphasized.

Question 5

why almost every time i eat i have to go use the bathroom most foods i eat make me have to run to the bathroom.any sauces, greasy foods, any dairy, spiced.i usually have to go after i eat with in 2-20 min after.why?

Accepted Answer

How : How long have you had this problem? Is your stool loose or normal? If it is sudden then you may be dealing with an infectious cause, viral more likely than bacterial. If viral then your symptoms will likely resolve in a week or two. 
You could also be dealing with lactose intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome, or even a more serious inflammatory bowel disease like crohn's.
Regardless, you need to be evaluated by your doctor for work up and treatment plan.
Good luck.

Question 6

correct me if i am wrong .i am 50 yrs and a runner run 7 k a day . i am fit and keeo the same weight . i don't smoke or drink alkohol . my question  ' can i eat any food i like  as far as i keep the same weight  or the age affects . pls i need your advise

Accepted Answer

Depends : First off, let me congratulate you on having an active & healthy lifestyle.  Depends on your cholesterol level & if you have occult CAD which nearly 50% of white males do by age 50.  Talk to your physician about appropriate screening & consider a coronary calcium screening test.  Keep up the good work!

Question 7

are there any list of foods to eat to increase my stamina for running which might also help me improve my short breath whike running?

Accepted Answer

No magic here: Eat enough quality protein to maintain your lean muscle mass & limit calories to keep fat off. In spite of all the nonsense on the internet, food choice doesn't make or break health in most situations. You need to stay trim if you want to be an effective runner. If you are training hard but can't keep up with peers, a physician might check your heart over, especially for valvular disease.

Question 8

hello. i am a 25 year old male with bmi of 17. i have always been slim, irrespective of the quantity of food i eat, or my diet in general (healthy or not). my weight has not changed for as long as i can remember. i do exercise (run) 3-4 times a week. i ha

Accepted Answer

Question?: I don't see your question, but if your weight has been stable, and you feel well, there is no need to try to make your weight increase, just for the sake of seeing a higher number on a scale.  You appear to be blessed with a great metabolism.

Question 9

why does my nose always run when i eat even non spicy foods?

Accepted Answer

Vasomotor rhinitis: This is a non-allergic rhinitis that can be triggered by multiple causes, including spicy food, stress, temperature extremes, and pungent odors. The "non-spicy" food may have ingredients that have this effect, as some spices can do that without tasting "spicy.".

Question 10

no matter what i eat or don't eat i get a lot of gas. anytime and any food generates gas.  it feels my stomach full of bubble. i run daily 3 miles.

Accepted Answer

Aerophagia possible: Involuntary belching after a meal is normal, caused by release of swallowed gas after distension of the stomach with food. Magenblase syndrome is postprandial epigastric fullness ; bloating, relieved by belching. Aerophagia (accumulation of gas due to air swallowing) is common with anxiety, hypersalivation from gum chewing, smoking, drinking, oral irritation. In some, belching can become habitual.

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Im 56 and 215 pounds i eat a bunch of food but rarely exersize and when i do i run short on breath what is wrong with me do i need medical help?

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Why almost every time i eat i have to go use the bathroom most foods i eat make me have to run to the bathroom.any sauces, greasy foods, any dairy, spiced.i usually have to go after i eat with in 2-20 min after.why?

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Correct me if i am wrong .i am 50 yrs and a runner run 7 k a day . i am fit and keeo the same weight . i don't smoke or drink alkohol . my question ' can i eat any food i like as far as i keep the same weight or the age affects . pls i need your advise

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Are there any list of foods to eat to increase my stamina for running which might also help me improve my short breath whike running?

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Hello. i am a 25 year old male with bmi of 17. i have always been slim, irrespective of the quantity of food i eat, or my diet in general (healthy or not). my weight has not changed for as long as i can remember. i do exercise (run) 3-4 times a week. i ha

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Why does my nose always run when i eat even non spicy foods?

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No matter what i eat or don't eat i get a lot of gas. anytime and any food generates gas. it feels my stomach full of bubble. i run daily 3 miles.

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