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Barley (cooked) for Post-Workout Recovery
3.5g protein per 100g · Incomplete
Fits in moderation
After lifting, 20–40g of fast-digesting, leucine-rich protein within a few hours kicks off muscle protein synthesis.
The numbers
Per 100g
3.5g
123 kcal
Daily target (70kg)
~126g
protein per day
Per 100g portion
3.5g
Servings/day to hit target
36×
~4428 kcal from this food
Why it works for post-workout recovery
For post-workout recovery, look for fast digestion, complete profile, leucine ≥ 2g per serving. Barley (cooked) isn't a top pick — chewy, fiber-rich grain — great in soups.
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