True, trail mix can be high in fat and sugar. Fat from the nuts and seeds and sugar from the dried fruit and occasional add-ins. HOWEVER! ..your bodies need both fat and sugar to function well as an active human being. It is the QUALITY of the fat and sugar that affect our bodies, not whether or not it’s a part of our diet. good quality homemade trail mix, in moderation is 100% part of a healthy diet. Especially in those circumstances of high physical activity where you need energy, fast. Lean Endurance take;
Eating a healthy daily portion size of nuts and dried fruits delivers a nutritious dose of antioxidants, protein, unsaturated fats, fiber, vitamin E, omega-3 fatty acids, and other vitamins and nutrients essential to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
It's fast, it's tasty and easy to make
It offers satisfaction to hunger and usable energy for your body.
Check out the nutrition label on store-bought trail mix packages to find out what each brand considers a serving size.
As with any food, if you make your own instead of buying pre-made trail mix, you'll have a better handle on the ingredients and the resulting nutrition potential.
You can try some variations on the basic theme of dried fruit-and-nuts, by adding air-popped popcorn, soy nuts, and puffed rice or toasted oats cereal.
Most commercial granola is loaded with refined sugars, but this DIY version has only 5g of added sugar per serving. This easy, homemade granola using oats and quinoa relies on the natural sweetness of maple syrup and freeze-dried fruit. Look for freeze dried berries and mangoes where coconut chips and dried fruit are sold and be sure to tightly seal the bag after opening or the fruit becomes soft instead of crispy. Serve the granola with Greek yogurt and fresh fruit.
Benefits of dried apricots are an immediate source of energy for your workout. Beyond that here are more keys to this super healthy dried workout snack;
With no added sugar
vitamins, minerals
Fiber
Portable and less perishable.
Add nuts such as almonds for more healthy calories and fiber + protein.
Sweet and delicious there are many reasons to chose this awesome dried fruit for your post activity workout. To replenish carbohydrates there is no better way than natures candy! Timing benefits post workout include;
They’re packed with slow-burning carbs
They help prevent muscle cramps with loads of potassium.
They can help you recover faster
They’re a natural sweetener
Dates are a great natural sweetener to add to low-sugar smoothies, energy bars, or even to sweeten oatmeal
