Quote Originally Posted by bikerbarb
Bicycling magazine had an article this month on stomach upsets, you should look for it. Basically, it said that people shouldn't overdo the carbohydrates while riding--sports drinks or food carbs, but diagnosed this guy's problem as his system couldn't handle too much. I personally eat sparsely before and while riding or I feel really bloated and slow. I also stick to simple food, mostly fruit, don't do processed or junky food while riding. I feel much stronger and faster.
I was amazed on a week long 500 mile tour that some people would down big cafe breakfasts of pancakes and bacon and eggs, coffee, etc. and get on their bikes and ride. I would start w/a banana and eat another or half a cup of cereal and milk by 25 miles. Then they would repeat the process with lunch stops. I just can't do it, much as I love food.
Yeah, Bikerbarb, I'm like you. Lots of little light meals. The big meals kind of make me green. if i can eat a big meal 2 hours or more before a ride, I will; but any closer and I cannot.