From bakery sweets to organic fruits in season, the steering committee tries to have an assortment of food that will appeal to everyone. But we would be remiss if we didn't consider health and nutrition when we choose what foods will be served to our riders every year. Go to any bookstore or library and you will find hundreds of titles about how to eat and exercise. There always seems to be new research, new studies, new theories about healthy diets and staying fit. Include as many minimally processed foods as possible and don't shy away from carbohydrates.
Grains are at the base.
When a grain is refined, you get only the endosperm, losing most of the grain's nutritional content. Your body still craves those missing nutrients and that can lead you to overeat. Keep in mind, the more varied and unprocessed your food choices, the more complete the nutritional support you're giving your body. Eat moderate amounts of dairy and meat products. Fats and sweeteners should be used sparingly.