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In an earlier blog we talked about nutrition in general, but we now offer some specific food ideas to include in your diet as you work toward total balanced nutrition.Almonds are excellent sources of vitamin E and should be added to a runner’s diet at least three times a week to take full advantage of this naturally-occurring vital antioxidant.Eggs get a bad rap, but in actual fact the egg protein is the most complete food protein on the market. If you eat only one of these egg-shaped protein powerhouses you’ll be getting about 30 of the daily value of vitamin K (essential for strong bones). And don’t fret too much about the cholesterol since studies show that people who eat eggs actually have a lower risk of heart disease than those who avoid them altogether.Salmon is considered the king of fish when it comes to nutrition. It’s not only an excellent source of high-quality protein (like the egg) but salmon is one of the best natural sources for omega-3 fats (key in balancing the body’s inflammation response and we know how critical that is to a runner). Easily prepared baked, grilled, or poached, salmon is a power house that should be eaten as often as possible.There are other foods of course (like whole grain breads and vegetables), but these three seem to provide the biggest punch. Experiment with ways to get them into your diet on an as-regular basis as possible.