Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2623: Nancy Clark dispels common myths about bread, emphasizing that it can be a healthy part of an athlete’s diet. She explains that bread isn't inherently fattening, white bread isn't a nutritional zero, and it doesn't necessarily spike blood glucose. Understanding the role of bread can help athletes enjoy their favorite foods without guilt. Read along with the original article(s) here: https://nancyclarkrd.com/2017/06/13/bread-good-bad-or-yummy/ Quotes to ponder: "You ‘get fat’ when you repeatedly overeat total calories for the day. The myth that bread is fattening; carbs are fattening is just that, a myth." "Depriving yourself of this little pleasure leads to ‘last chance eating.’ You’d be better off taking the power away from bread by eating it more often." "White bread can be included in an overall balanced sports diet. Just balance it with whole grains at the other meals." Episode references: Nancy Clark's Sports Nutrition Guidebook: https://www.amazon.com/Nancy-Clarks-Sports-Nutrition-Guidebook/dp/1450459935 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices