A professor of metabolic physiology at the University of Bath, has shared some surprising advice about what to eat after exercise to recover Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter We have more newsletters Get the latest top news stories sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter We have more newsletters Despite seeming to contradict typical health advice, Professor James Betts claims that consuming sugar immediately after exercise can be highly beneficial. As the Olympics are in full swing, many individuals are reassessing their health objectives, dietary habits, and workout routines, inspired by the world's top athletes showcasing their impressive skills. However, the journey to fitness is often littered with misconceptions, one of which Professor James Betts is eager to dispel: the vilification of sugar.
The metabolic physiology professor at the University of Bath joined host Jason Goodyer on the Instant Genius podcast to discuss optimal recovery strategies post-exercise. In a surprising twist, he advised listeners to consume plain table sugar as quickly as possible after a workout if necessary. Exercise depletes the body's fuel, which comes from carbohydrates and turns into glycogen in the body.
When asked about the ideal post-workout meal, the expert acknowledged that his advice might seem somewhat unconventional, given the prevailing narrative. The professor explained: "Because we're trying to get the carbohydrate.