Recharge your energy levels this year with these essential five-star superfoods.
It’s that time of year, well into January, when you return to the
Swing business, family and exciting projects for your next year. Is when you
you want to feel focused and energetic. Choosing to eat foods that give you energy
increase nutrients, without accumulating calories, will specifically overload
your energy levels for a fitter and more productive 2008.
Here’s the rundown of the top six foods for EXTRA energy and helpful tips on how to incorporate them into your daily diet.
Also, at the end of the article you will find some additional tips to beat fatigue.
The five-star energy superfoods
Almonds
Eating almonds as a snack when you feel an energy drop will increase your energy levels. They
contain good amounts of iron and some B vitamins, which help your brain, nerves and muscles to
work properly. It is important to combine almonds with a source of vitamin C, so that the
The body can absorb these nutrients as vitamin C helps the absorption process of iron and
vitamin B. Eating almonds with a piece of fruit will ensure your body and get the benefits.
How to eat more: Add to breakfast cereals, porridge, or breadcrumb toppings. Alternatively sandwich
in a small package with an apple.
Apricots
Since apricots contain vitamin C and iron, this super snack means that your body will absorb iron.
essential to overcome fatigue and recover from exercise. Iron will also help improve
performance and lift your mood.
How to eat more: Fresh apricots are the best, but you can also try dried apricots mid-morning.
or snack in the afternoon. Also, to enhance the flavor of your cereal or porridge, add a little
chopped.
Broccoli
Since broccoli is also rich in iron, if you are anemic or fatigued
for an essential addition to your diet. There is also evidence of
research conducted at the U.S. National Cancer Institute that
consuming broccoli will help protect against cancer. Antioxidants
It contains helps to inhibit the activation of cancer cells in the body.
How to eat more: Better steamed, add three tablespoons to your
dinner or add to the stir-fries. Also try raw broccoli stalks at
salad.
Spinach
If you’ve ever seen Popeye, you know what happens when he gets his fix of spinach. He ends
with a big burst of energy and his muscles stand out. Now eating spinach will not ensure the bulge.
muscles (so fear not if you are a woman!) However, this meal will give you a spark of
Energy. It’s packed with vitamins, nutrients, and iron, but it also contains an enzyme known as a coenzyme.
10 for energy production.
How to eat more: Add raw to salads, add to tortilla dishes, or add to mashed potatoes.
A delicious accompaniment to any fish or meat dish.
Oatmeal
Eating oatmeal or porridge will do wonders for your energy levels. Oatmeal contains fiber to make you feel
sustained energy throughout the day, rather than energy spikes and dips that can make you feel tired and
often hungrier. As porridge is a meal in its own right, it has the advantage of being able to top
with fruits, nuts, and berries for added flavor and energy-enhancing foods.
How to eat more: Eat for breakfast as a porridge or add the flakes to the toppings of the crumbs.
or use it to make your own granola or muesli.
Salmon, tuna or sardines
Wild salmon, tuna, or sardines are rich sources of omega-3 fats.
acids, which improve your mood, defeat stress and play a crucial role in
brain development and concentration. If you have an important
knowing or interviewing these foods will help you stay focused and
energized in everything.
How to eat more: Canned fish is a convenient option to eat with
salads or topped with a slice of whole wheat bread. Sardines make a good energizing weekend too.
brunch ‘with toast and a glass of juice.
How to beat fatigue
When you wake up, drink a pint of water.
Your brain is 70% water, so by drinking water you ensure that your brain’s water levels are not
Exhausted. This is vital for the proper functioning of memory. Dehydrated brains work more slowly and are
known to release the stress hormone cortisol, in response to the body’s feeling of stress from a lack of
Water. Also, in the long term, excessive production of cortisol by your body can cause you to become
by weight.
Eat regularly and eat properly.
First chew the food in your mouth so that it is covered in saliva before it reaches the stomach. This
way your body benefits most from the proper digestion of nutrients from food.
Have breakfast
A small meal will keep you from soaking in mid-morning energy and looking for a quick ‘high’
which will make you feel worse later in the day, like coffee or sugary snacks.
Avoid eating right before exercising
Overloads the body to digest food and produce the natural adrenaline it releases in response to
exercise. You will find that you will feel sluggish during your workout and will not perform at your best.