3. Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates (carbs) are the best source of energy for bodybuilders as they are easily converted into glycogen, the main form of stored energy in the muscles. You don’t want to eat too much fructose (fruit sugar) containing carbs such as sucrose (table sugar) and HFCS (high-fructose corn syrup), as they more easily get converted into fat, and opt for carbs with a low to medium glycemic index whenever possible to ensure a gradual release of glucose into the bloodstream. Good sources of carbs are vegetables, fresh fruit, milk, pasta, rice, bread, crisp bread, potatoes, and cereals such as oats, wheat, corn and barley.