Good Health Choices Magazine NZ

10 tips for ALL-DAY ENERGY

8AM

Be brilliant at breakfast

ake the most of your revved up post-workout metabolism by eating a nutritious breakfast to restore glucose levels and give your brain fuel to focus. “Aim for around 400 calories for breakfast, which is about 20 percent of daily energy requirements,” advises nutrition scientist Emily Robinson. “Include higher-fibre and wholegrain starchy carbohydrates such as porridge oats.” Also, try to eat some fruit or veg and a source of protein such as nuts, eggs or beans to help to keep you going through the morning. Avoid sugary cereals and processed foods though, as these will make you feel sluggish. Need some ideas? Try porridge with banana, almonds and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Or grainy toast with mashed avocado

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