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Sardines (canned) for Post-Workout Recovery
25g protein per 100g · Complete
Strong pick
After lifting, 20–40g of fast-digesting, leucine-rich protein within a few hours kicks off muscle protein synthesis.
The numbers
Per 100g
25g
250 kcal
Daily target (70kg)
~126g
protein per day
Per 100g portion
25g
Servings/day to hit target
6×
~1500 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. Sardines (canned) checks those boxes — whole fish — protein + calcium + omega-3.
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