Next up is quick eats near the Georgia Tech Natatorium for the ACC Championship in Atlanta, GA. Here are some quick healthy and local eats:
Restaurants
Upbeet
10171 Howell Mill Road Suite A Atlanta, GA 30318
Menu link: https://www.upbeet.com/menu
· Sweater Weather
o Brown rice is high in fiber, magnesium and isn’t artificially enriched like white rice.
o Apples are rich in fiber, antioxidants and improve gut health.
o Golden beets are high in antioxidants, heart health and help combat fatigue.
o Brussel sprouts are great cruciferous veggies, but may bother your gut so be careful if you eat them.
o Pecans are a healthy fat that have many vitamins and minerals.
o Be sure to add a lean protein like chicken or another one of your choice.
· Coconut Kale
o Kale has loads of vitamins that help your immune system and Omega 3’s.
o Purple Cabbage helps fight inflammation to help your body recover.
o Mango are full of nutrients that are immune boosting and heart healthy.
o Avocado is a healthy fat that is high in fiber and potassium.
o Pumpkin seeds have manganese and vitamin K that help with inflammation.
o Coconut has vitamin B6 to help with energy, iron and minerals like magnesium and zinc.
o Be sure to add a lean protein like chicken or another one of your choice.
· Build your own Bowl
o Choice of Protein
o Choice of Carbohydrate
o Choice of Fruits & Veggies
o Choice of Dry Toppings
Flower Child
1170 Howell Road Atlanta, GA 30318
Menu Link: https://www.iamaflowerchild.com/locations/atlanta-westside-provisions/menus/main-menu/
· Mother Earth Bowl
o Ancient grains
o Sweet potato
o Portobello mushrooms
o Avocado
o Cucumber
o Broccoli pesto
o Charred onion
o Leafy greens
o Hemp seed
o Be sure to add a lean protein like chicken or another one of your choice.
· Flying Avocado Wrap
o Smoked Turkey is a great healthy lean choice of protein
o Guoda cheese has calcium which helps with muscle contractions, but also may increase inflammation.
o Romaine lettuce has plenty of vitamins, minerals and fiber.
o Tomatoes have potassium, vitamins B and E.
o Avocado Hummus is chickpeas that have good healthy fats, protein and iron.
o Add your choice of a side like Smashed Gold Potato or Clementine & Organic Apple
Fresh To Order
860 Peachtree Street NE Suite B Atlanta, GA 30308
Menu Link: https://www.freshtoorder.com/fresh-food-menu/
· Grilled Salmon Plate
o Salmon is a great protein option that has Omega 3’s.
o Wheat Berry Rice have fiber, protein and iron. A great carb option.
o Baby Greens have a great source of vitamin C to help boost your immune system.
o Add ½ soup or ½ salad as your side.
· Fire-Grilled Chicken Plate
o Grilled Chicken is a great lean protein.
o Wheat Berry Rice and Baby Green as shared above.
o Choice of sauce cabernet reduction, mushroom cream sauce or coconut curry sauce. You may want to ask for no sauce are creamier sauces tend to be heavier and harder to digest.
o Add ½ soup or ½ salad as your side
· House Turkey Club Panini
o Roasted Turkey is a good source of lean protein with vitamins and minerals.
o Baby Greens as shared above.
o Tomatoes have potassium, vitamins B and E.
o Bacon & Peppered Bacon is ok to have in moderation as it increases cholesterol levels. So maybe ask for no bacon since turkey is a better leaner protein option.
o Honey Mustard is a great dressing, but can be full of preservatives and sugars so maybe asking for olive oil or no dressing is a bit healthier.
o Add a fresh apple as your side to get some fruit in.
*** As always don’t forget about that pre-meet & during Meet Fuel!
· Banana
· Orange
· Pack of Honey Stinger Chews
· Superhero Muffin
· Crackers
· Rice Cake
· HU Crackers
· Handful of Grapes
· ½ Lara Bar
· Nuts
· Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich
· Hydrate: Water, Nuun Electrolyte Drink, or Harmless Harvest Coconut Water
o ***Note: Recovery food is very important post-race. Immediately after your last race of the session be sure to have a protein shake or Bar with equal carbs and equal protein. Good Options are: Lara Protein, Primal Kitchen Protein Bar and RX Layers Bar.
This concludes our quick eats for the ACC Championships at Georgia Tech in Atlanta, GA. For those competing, be sure to save this list and even share with your family members. We hope these ideas help give you the fuel for a successful week of racing. Good luck to those racing! Be on the lookout for or next blog post coming soon!
*Note: I am not personally a certified nutritionist. These recommendations were made by consulting with the BWB team.
