Looked around/did a search and didn't see anything, so I'll ask: Lately I've been skipping breakfast save for a small amount of Ginseng extract followed by a large glass of tepid water with Apple Cider Vinegar. I usually eat something solid within a couple of hours of this.
I've seen conflicting reports on the benefits vs. shortcomings of skipping breakfast. Anyone feel they could contribute? So far I feel good!
As long as you're fine with extending the fast you've had since dinner, there's nothing wrong with it.
I don't believe the whole "You have to eat every couple of hours!" thing anyhow. Only relevant to bodybuilders or people who just want to build/retain appreciable amounts of muscle mass.
Thaijitsu612 said:
Why the habit of only having "other carbs" after a workout? I've always heard to have them in the meal right before your workout. Also if I'm working out right before my classes would it be best to have them with my post workout shake after lifting before class?
My understanding is that you want the carbs post-workout in order to stimulate a proper insulin response.
Pre-workout meal/drink, provided that you ate them at the right time, provides a ready supply of carbs, fats, and protein in your gut and blood to be used while you exercise. In general, they'll probably be spent by the time you're done exercising (though it probably depends on the amount of work and what type of work you did)
But a post-workout carb is necessary if you want to stimulate proper muscle growth. You need insulin to grow, and carbs stimulate your body to release insulin.
Hence the reason why people who eat carbs every hour or so in the form of soft-drinks/snacks tend to stay in a constant state of heightened insulin, and eventually their body becomes desensitized to it. Which then ultimately leads to diabetes.
This is also why you really shouldn't eat carbs unless you really need to. Small amounts, as found in veggies and some fruits, are o.k., but frequent carb consumption is nothing but bad for you.
