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Our expert answers a few quickies

Are Jelly Babies decent energy food for a ride? Yes because they contain glucose, which gives your muscles energy, but bananas and rice cakes also give you energy and are much more nutritious.

What’s the best source of protein for vegans? Edamame beans, quinoa, tofu, chia seeds, tempeh, peas and lentils, or combine rice and beans or hummus and pitta bread. The key is to get complete sources of protein several times per day.

Does drinking ice-cold water waste energy as your body heats it up? Ice-cold water is a great cooling method for training in the heat but if you’re looking to do this to burn more calories to lose weight then no – just no!