RENEWED, RECHARGED & READY FOR THE NEW NORMAL
Eating For Energy
1. OATMEAL BREAKFAST BOWL. Oats are an excellent
source of complex carbs and fiber to lessen drops in blood sugar that lead to fatigue.
Eat for energy: top cooked oatmeal with a spoonful of almond butter and a handful of chia seeds for a power-packed breakfast with protein, fiber and healthy fats.
2. GREEK YOGURT. Yogurt is high in protein, to fuel your body, as well as beneficial bacteria.
Eat for energy: mix plain, unsweetened Greek yogurt with thawed frozen berries and sliced almonds for a satisfying afternoon snack.
6. GRASS-FED STEAK. Red 3. BAKED SWEET POTATO.
Sweet potatoes are a good source of potassium, and B vitamins, which help support energy.
Eat for energy: split a baked sweet potato and mix in a spoonful of honey and coconut oil for a warm, filling breakfast.
4. SPINACH SMOOTHIE. Spinach is high in iron to fight fatigue.
Eat for energy: puree spinach with milk or coconut milk, bananas for potassium and cooked beets for extra iron.
5. CELERY. It has an
extremely high water content— about 95 percent.
Eat for energy: fill celery sticks with almond butter for an easy snack, or make an energy-boosting juice of celery, green apples and ginger.
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meat is loaded with protein and B vitamins, especially B12, and it's rich in iron. And grass-fed versions have higher levels of omega-3 fats.
Eat for energy: add thinly sliced grass-fed steak to a salad of spinach and avocado cubes for a hearty afternoon snack.
7. APPLES WITH CINNAMON. Apples are rich in fiber—one apple has about 17 percent of the daily value.
Eat for energy: brush apple slices with coconut oil, sprinkle with cinnamon and bake till tender for a naturally sweet breakfast or mid-day snack.
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Tired of being tired? Try these 14 foods to boost your breakfast, banish mid-day slumps and keep you going, all day long.
