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Craving fast food? Packed with spicy heat, healthy proteins and fragrant herbs, home-made Thai hits the sweet and sour spot like no other cuisine

Strike the fitness fuel sweet (and sour) spot with our guide to Thai cuisine

A RICE NOODLES

Far more than just a portion of performance-boosting carbs, rice noodles also boast a hefty mineral payload. They contain selenium, a compound that works to combat the oxidative stress linked to mental decline and even Alzheimer’s.

LIME JUICE B

Though best known for bolstering your immunity, vitamin C also happens to be essential for retaining muscle mass as you age. The juice of one lime delivers a fifth of your RDA, helping you hold onto your hard-won muscle well into your forties and beyond.

C PALM SUGAR

This sugar undergoes minimal processing, so it retains its heart-healthy antioxidants. Unlike white sugar, it contains a prebiotic fibre called inulin, which lets you fuel your muscles without the energy slump.

D PEA AUBERGINES

Proof that good things come in small packages, these compact vegetables are packed with vitamins B1, B2 and B3. Most importantly, B2 – riboflavin – has been linked to a powerful boost to your immune system, helping to preserve your health all year round.