sweet potato vs oatmeal

[GetBigger83]

which would be a better carb source for lean bulking? im actually gunna try lean bulking with more EFA's and was thinking i was gunna use peanuts but dunno if consuming hi amounts everyday is healthy. thoughts? thanx

 

[6.8SPC]

How About Both

which would be a better carb source for lean bulking? im actually gunna try lean bulking with more EFA's and was thinking i was gunna use peanuts but dunno if consuming hi amounts everyday is healthy. thoughts? thanx

I think it's important to vary your fat sources. Peanuts are ok, but they contain primarily omega-6 fatty acids, so should be balanced by flax, fish, evening primrose, or even black currant oil to provide omega 3 and omega-9 fatty acids. Generally a good guideline is to have about a 1:1 ratio of omega 3's to omega 6's, with a little omega 9 as well. EFA's perform a wide range of functions in the body, from increasing insulin sensitivity to improving HDL/LDL ratios and modulating inflammation. They will improve your overall health and support athletic performance. On the subject of carbs I feel the same way and would recommend including both oatmeal and yams for variety. They are both excellent carb sources. Both are low-glycemic carbs(slow-burning/low insulin response), Oatmeal contains soluble fiber to keep things moving,lol as well as naturally occuring melatonin. Yams are high in vitamin A and I believe potassium. I would use oatmeal in the morning for breakfast (make sure it's the old fashioned or steel-cut kind, instant oats are not as good) and maybe have a yam with an evening meal.

 

[GetBigger83]

I think it's important to vary your fat sources. Peanuts are ok, but they contain primarily omega-6 fatty acids, so should be balanced by flax, fish, evening primrose, or even black currant oil to provide omega 3 and omega-9 fatty acids. Generally a good guideline is to have about a 1:1 ratio of omega 3's to omega 6's, with a little omega 9 as well. EFA's perform a wide range of functions in the body, from increasing insulin sensitivity to improving HDL/LDL ratios and modulating inflammation. They will improve your overall health and support athletic performance. On the subject of carbs I feel the same way and would recommend including both oatmeal and yams for variety. They are both excellent carb sources. Both are low-glycemic carbs(slow-burning/low insulin response), Oatmeal contains soluble fiber to keep things moving,lol as well as naturally occuring melatonin. Yams are high in vitamin A and I believe potassium. I would use oatmeal in the morning for breakfast (make sure it's the old fashioned or steel-cut kind, instant oats are not as good) and maybe have a yam with an evening meal.

what kinda nut would u recommend instead of peanuts? or would a trail mix of nuts be my best bet. ill definitely use some cod liver oil to get more omega3's. i dont especially wanna use just oils because they wont be filling enough.

 

[6.8SPC]

what kinda nut would u recommend instead of peanuts? or would a trail mix of nuts be my best bet. ill definitely use some cod liver oil to get more omega3's. i dont especially wanna use just oils because they wont be filling enough.

It's not that you shouldn't eat peanuts, just that you shouldn't rely on peanuts alone for an EFA source. Mixed nuts, cashews, macadamia nuts, walnuts, almonds, natural peanut butter all are good. Try to get the lightly salted or unsalted kind, too much sodium can lead to water retetion and a smooth, puffy appearance (even if you're natural). Fat has 9 calories per gram as opposed to protein and carbs which both have 4 calories per gram. If you are an ectomorph, adding extra good fat is an easy way to increase the calories. If you use flax oil, olive oil or a good blend like Udo's, you can add it right into a pro. shake and it will still taste good.

 

[GetBigger83]

thanx bro for the help. i put on weight EASY so ima try and lean bulk with EFA's instead of carbs.

 

[j-bird]

I would use a different nut rather than peanuts, almonds maybe.. or at least use a variety of nuts.. I think peanuts have more carcinogens than any other nut.. Thats in my head for some reason i cant tell you where i heard it.

 

[AWN2004]

both are great.....equal in my opinion. I love sweet potatos though. I feel like Im eating desert!

EFA CHOICES-

Almond butter
Macadamia Nut oil
Almonds
Udos oil
Omega eggs

all my personal favs.