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    I usually eat carbs before work for energy. But I get insanely hungry during my shift.
    Would protein keep me fuller for longer?
    I work 10 hour shifts til about 5 or 6 am, we have a very late licence.

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    Default Re: carbs vs protein before work

    Combo of complex carbs, lean protein and fiber. The fiber and protein will slow down the absorbtion rate and make sure you don't crash or feel hungry.

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    Default Re: carbs vs protein before work

    Yeah, eat both. A turkey sandwich (or something similar) would be fast and fit the bill.

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    Default Re: carbs vs protein before work

    Soy protein also takes longer to digest and absorb, so you feel full longer.
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    Default Re: carbs vs protein before work

    Quote Originally Posted by rozz View Post
    Combo of complex carbs, lean protein and fiber. The fiber and protein will slow down the absorbtion rate and make sure you don't crash or feel hungry.
    what are some meal examples? sorry i am pretty clueless. I usually eat a stir fry dish or pasta.

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    I usually eat a lot of protein (grilled chicken or steak stips) before work and never feel hungry. OTOH, anything with carbs makes me feel bloated and soo not pretty and pretty soon after I am wanting more food.

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    Default Re: carbs vs protein before work

    Here is a list of complex carbs.

    The one thing I would remove is potatoes and replace it with sweet potatoes. Complex carbs plus chicken or other protein source and wallah dinner before work.
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    Default Re: carbs vs protein before work

    thanks!

    i have a really fast metabolism, im prob being unrealistic thinking i can have just one meal i n 10 hours. i need to go to work prepared tho instead of getting crappy junk food when i am there.

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    Default Re: carbs vs protein before work

    I just make everything before hand put it in little bowls then freezing them. When I need to leave I grab one and go to work. Grab some fruit with you and packet of oatmeal if you can. Or even an MRP so you don't starve those 10 hours.
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