{"id":15539,"date":"2022-07-26T19:39:39","date_gmt":"2022-07-26T19:39:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.personanutrition.com\/blog\/?p=15539"},"modified":"2023-01-12T00:24:01","modified_gmt":"2023-01-12T00:24:01","slug":"5-best-nutrients-for-building-muscle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.personanutrition.com\/blog\/5-best-nutrients-for-building-muscle\/","title":{"rendered":"5 best nutrients for building muscle\u00a0\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"Putting in long hours at the gym and still not seeing those gains in the mirror? Your diet could be to blame. When it comes to getting in shape, eating the right foods can be as important as the workout itself. There are several key nutrients that are essential for building muscle, and we\u2019ve put together a list of the 5 most important. Hint: body builders need to eat broccoli too!1) ProteinIt\u2019s no secret that your body needs protein to make muscle. But some sources may be more beneficial than others. Remember, proteins are made up of chains of amino acids (your 8th grade science teacher is beaming right now) and the exact combination depends on the source: The protein in whey contains different amino acids from the protein in spinach, say. To build muscle, you need sources that have essential amino acids\u2014the ones your body can\u2019t make on its own. Bottom line when it comes to muscling up\u2014choose complete proteins that have all essential amino acids. Eggs, fish, soy, and lean meats are all great options. 2) Omega-3Healthy fats like omega-3 probably aren\u2019t the first thing that come to mind when you imagine a body builders\u2019 diet. But they play an important role in muscle repair\u2014which is key for muscle growth. Omega-3\u2019s help keep your muscle cells healthy by balancing inflammation, and since exercise increases short-term inflammation, getting those omega-3\u2019s can be beneficial for those gains. When you\u2019re not busy pumping iron, try adding eggs, fish, chia seeds, olive oil or avocados to your diet.3) Vitamin DIf supplements could wear capes, vitamin D would definitely be donning one. This superhero nutrient acts like a hormone. Among other functions, it tells your body to make muscle fibers. Not surprisingly, low levels of vitamin D may impact your muscle growth and lead to poor athletic performance\u2014and as many as 42% of people aren\u2019t getting enough. To keep your vitamin D in the healthy range, aim to get out in the sun at least 15 minutes a day or add a vitamin D supplement to your routine.4) Vitamin CLike vitamin D, vitamin C is needed to make muscle fibers\u2014specifically collagen, the protein that keeps your joints flexible. Low levels are associated with lower muscle mass in adults, so if you\u2019re blowing off your daily veggies, you may want to reconsider. Bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, spinach and potatoes are all great sources of vitamin C.5) MagnesiumAnother shameless plug fruits and vegetables? Don\u2019t mind if we do! Magnesium is essentially a fitness guru, helping your cells to take up oxygen and keeping your heart and biceps pumping. It\u2019s also one of the electrolytes that we lose through sweating. So if you\u2019re a heavy sweater, make an extra effort to get enough magnesium in your diet. While we still don\u2019t know if supplementing with extra magnesium helps increase your fitness, we do know that getting enough is key to a good workout. Pile your plate with avocado, black beans, spinach, pumpkin seeds and almonds.About Allie\u00a0Allie has a master\u2019s in nutrition science from Framingham State University. She has worked as a Health Educator and Personal Trainer, and has a passion for helping people lead happier, healthier lives.\u202f\u202f\u202f\u00a0Do you have questions on how you may benefit from supplements? Reach out to one of our experts, or take Persona\u2019s free nutrition assessment, and learn exactly what you need to take your wellness to the next level.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.This information is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your physician or other healthcare professional, or any information contained on or in any product label or packaging. Do not use the information from this article for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease, or prescribing medication or other treatment. Always speak with your physician or other healthcare professional before taking any medication or nutritional, herbal, or homeopathic supplement, or using any treatment for a health problem. If you have or suspect that you have a medical problem, contact your health care provider promptly. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking professional advice because of something you have read in this article.","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Putting in long hours at the gym and still not seeing those gains in the mirror? Your diet could be to blame. When it comes to getting in shape, eating the right foods can be as important as the workout itself. 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