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Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson swapped the buns on his burgers for lettuce wraps this year to cut down on carbs and add some extra greens to his diet, according to GQ.
The 31-year-old All-Star is looking to return to the basketball court for the first time in two years after missing the last two seasons to injuries. For Thompson, getting his diet right during rehab was a big step toward his return, as he said he didn't want to have "a fatty diet with lots of sugar, bread, carbohydrates."
Burger buns, most breads, and anything made with white flour are refined carbohydrates, which can increase inflammation in the body and, in turn, increase the risk of injury and slow down recovery.
Replacing white bread with leafy greens instead comes with more vitamins and nutrients, like fiber, vitamin C, and magnesium.