🏋️ Post-Workout Recovery
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Walnuts for Post-Workout Recovery

15g 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
15g
654 kcal
Daily target (70kg)
~126g
protein per day
Per 100g portion
15g
Servings/day to hit target
~5886 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. Walnuts isn't a top pick omega-3 rich. brain-shaped, brain-good.

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