Originally Posted by
MRT2
But on long rides especially, you need carbs.
That's what we've been told, yes. I've found that to be not the case for me and others.
Originally Posted by
MRT2
I am getting tired of all diets, and trying to go back to basics. Not worrying about eliminating entire categories of food. Rather, just trying to cut back on empty calories. Chips, french fries, sauces, dressings, sweets. And most importantly, keeping a medium to high intensity exercise regimen up year round.
If you are worried about heart health, then diet becomes a main focus.
Everyone is different though. We have no history of heart attacks in my family. I know "more healthy" folks that have had multiple in their family.