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The Tarahumara have a unique diet for running from "summary" of Born to Run by Christopher McDougall

The Tarahumara have a diet that seems tailor-made for running. Their meals are simple and straightforward, consisting of basic ingredients that are easy to find in their environment. Corn, beans, squash, and chili peppers are staples in their diet, providing a good balance of carbohydrates, protein, and vitamins. These foods are not only nutritious but also easy for the Tarahumara to digest, allowing them to efficiently convert them into energy for running long distances. They also consume chia seeds, which are high in omega-3 fatty acids and provide sustained energy throughout the day. One of the most interesting aspects of the Tarahumara diet is their consumption of pinole, a mixture of ground corn and water that they drink during their runs. Pinole is a quick sourc...
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    Born to Run

    Christopher McDougall

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