Eggs
 

Whole eggs

Whole eggs pack high amounts of fat-soluble vitamins, healthy fats, cholesterol, which is necessary for the production of anabolic hormones, and high-quality protein (6-9 grams per one medium-sized egg) that contains all essential fatty acids. That being said, the egg yolk contains as much as 44% of the total protein of the whole egg. So if you’re looking to boost your protein intake, consuming only the egg whites won’t do much for you. Whole eggs are a superior food choice for bodybuilders – the dietary fat present in the yolk slow down protein absorption and enable the absorption of vitamins and minerals, the protein is of highest quality available, and they’re ridiculously cheap, versatile and easy to prepare. On top of everything, whole eggs are still a low-calorie food, considering the caloric demands of a bodybuilder’s lifestyle.