Q: As a keen sports person, what sort of diet would help me maintain my weight, whilst keeping the energy levels?
A: Firstly you need to maintain a balance between carbohydrate, fat and protein. I would suggest the following balance during the day:
· Carbohydrate - 60 - 70%
· Fat - 15%
· Protein - 15%
For a sample diet
Breakfast: Muesli, Pure orange juice, Milk and tea
Lunch: Granary bread, Honey or cottage cheese
Tea: Pasta or baked potato, Vegetables, Fish or chicken (no skin)
Snacks: Fruit and bagels
Notes:
No: Crisps, Solid fats, Cakes, Biscuits, Cheese (except cottage cheese), Chips, Fried food, Cigs
Limit: Alcohol, Pastries, White bread, Full fat milk, Sweets
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