arumb is a term that bakers use to define the inside of the bread. By looking at the way the cell structure of the crumb is formed, and the shape and size and color of the cells, a baker can analyze the hydration, flour types, and yeast amounts as well as how the dough was mixe...
The remarkable thing about tangzhong, also called yudane or water roux, is how the overall dough hydration can be kept relatively low, with fewer fats and oils, and still result in incredibly tender bread. In this guide on making a tangzhong, we’ll look at what flour types you can ...
Buy fruits and vegetables that are in season and locally grown. They taste better and may cost less. Drinks Water is always your best bet for pure hydration. But you can also sip on: Unsweetened green, black, and herbal teas Sparkling water Low-fat or fat-free milk Unsweetened plant-...
In this article, you’ll learn what you should know before starting a new marathon journey; how to choose your first marathon; what the building blocks of marathon training are; how to optimize your hydration and fueling on race day; and what to keep in mind before, during and after the ...
Many people ask if drinking water helps you lose belly fat. Well, not belly fat in particular, but maybe weight loss overall, which, as you now know, includes belly fat. There are three reasons why: Hydration makes you more able to do exercise. You simply cannot ramp up to the exercise...
Test yourself on items that are easy to calculate eg breakfast cereals that are easily weighed and bread slices that are listed on the package. Packaged processed food with carb labels are helpful for these experiments. Decide on how many units of insulin extra you will give per 10g over the...
Recovering from the NYC Marathon is a challenging but rewarding experience. Regardless of your chosen recovery methods, remember you've just finished a 26.2-mile run, and take it easy on yourself. Get proper rest, nutrition, and hydration to make your recovery easier - and treat yourself to ...
Whole-wheat bread, pasta, or crackers ArtOfPhotos/Shutterstock [Related: How to Calculate YourMacronutrients for Weight Loss] Fats Fats, believe it or not, are an important part of an athlete’s diet, and it’s recommended both endurance and strength athletes get anywhere from 25-35% of the...
ForlunchI will try to avoid most carbs, opting for whole grain bread or asaladif necessary. My pre-workout drink is typically 1/2 a serving of Biotest Surge, I sip on Gatorade during the workout, then finish off with 1 serving of Biotest Surge after the workout. On non-workout days...
the science — and include excerpts from a series of articles I wrote for Powerlifting USA in 2004 called “The New Technology of Water”. Even if you have no need to cut weight, after reading this, you will know more about organ function and hydration than 99% of all athletes in the ...