Potatoes and starches

A simple and affordable method for increasing calories is by eating potatoes and other starchy foods. You can choose one of these healthy sources of starchy carbs: quinoa, oats, corn, buckwheat, potatoes and sweet potatoes, squash, winter root vegetables, beans and legumes,...

Potatoes and other starches enhance your muscle glycogen stores in addition to adding calories and carbs to help you gain weight. The main source of energy for the majority of sports and activities is glycogen. Numerous of these carbohydrate sources also contain fiber, vital minerals, and resistant starch, which can support the health of your gut flora. You can try one of the hottest Instagram trends with sweet potatoes: sweet potato toast. Preparation takes a short time. A medium-sized sweet potato should first be washed, dried, and thinly sliced before being toasted to your preference in a toaster or toaster oven. Then, top with your preferred garnishes. For instance, top it with a fried egg and slather it with mashed avocado (300 calories per serving).