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Completely agree. The 30 minutes straight after a ride are most important in terms of recovery - you need protein and carbs. Whey-hey milkshake is the best way of getting them straight in, and has the added bonus of being easy to consume if you're not at home. Next up, especially when the weather is like it is right now, you want to get out of your ride clothes and shower to prevent infections.
Finally, I'll be ready to make some proper food. And keep eating proper food voraciously for the next 12 hours.
Side note - not sure I could stomach tinned fish several times a day.
bashthebox
Yukirin
My twopence:
Western diet probably does not provide enough of everything we need, and certainly does provide too much crap, which can be managed by being moderate.
But eating well, and supplementing in key things (i have read a lot saying Omega 3 supplements are definitely worth it) and at key times (I always have whey after training) is necessary if you want to try to get the best out of your riding.
Whilst things like milk are awesome for recovery and general health, I certainly wouldn't rely on chowing just two pints of that and a banana if i'd just put in a 4- 5 hour hard effort in order to replenish my body.