To be able to perform at the top level, athletes must consume calories that are rich in nutrients. It aids recovery, improves performance, and gives them a competitive edge over those who do not stick to an optimal diet. There are many health benefits to the diets that athletes tend to stick to. These include increased chances of living longer, disease prevention, boosted energy, increased productivity, improved mood, and weight control.

Here are the top foods you should avoid:

• Fruit Juices: It might seem as if fruit juice is a healthy option, but it has large amounts of sugar. Although fruit juices are portrayed as fresh, they sit on the shelf for up to a year until sold. Surprisingly, some fruit juices can have more sugar and calories than sodas.
• Beer: It might be tempting to have a cold beer with your friends after sports or a heavy session at the gym, but it is a diuretic and therefore promotes dehydration. If you absolutely must drink beer consume plenty of water to stay hydrated.
• White Bread: For athletes eating carbs is essential for performance, but empty carbs such as white bread isn’t the best option. White bread has been linked to weight gain, negative moods, risk of type-2 diabetes and high blood-sugar levels.