7 Foods That’ll Speed Up Muscle Recovery After a Hard Workout, According to Fitness Experts

Summary: Working out is great for your body, but the muscle soreness that follows—known as DOMS—can make it hard to even walk up the stairs. Instead of reaching for pain medicine, look in your kitchen! Eating the right foods helps your muscles heal and grow stronger. You need a mix of protein to rebuild muscle fibers and carbs to deliver that protein quickly. A great rule is to eat three times as many carbs as protein. Foods like eggs with toast, yogurt with fruit, salmon, bell peppers, and pineapple are perfect for fighting inflammation. Try to eat within an hour after your workout to bounce back faster!

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