Most of the times when you feel sluggish, your probably did not have enough sleep or you completed an energy-intensive activity recently. Whichever the case, you probably know what the solution to that would be — to rest and regain. But what happens when you feel tired and you have been having enough sleep?
The problem could be in many factors and one of them is the way you feed.
It turns out that you can be exhausted by your poor feeding habits without knowing how they are impacting you. Eating snacks, such as chips, crisps, and most other processed foods, could be negatively affecting you.
And you will be unproductive when you need to. Men, your woman will be disappointed!
Eating snacks is a common way to replenish your energy especially when you are working from home.
For those that work from the office, the circumstances are different. You may have limited access to food, with just a tea and lunch break.
Having worked as a freelance writer for years, I can tell you for sure it is something else when you are working few steps to the kitchen. When you have food in the house and you are one of those guys that can’t control an urge to eat, then the temptations to reenergize may be high, and so will the expenses be.
Don’t get me wrong, snacking is a good way to replenish your energy while working or doing (0r not doing) something as simple as following a series on Netflix. However, there are better ways you can snack up without harming your health.
You will effectively avoid feeling sluggish when you eat healthy foods.
Below are some of the healthy foods your body could benefit from
- Eggs
- Spinach
- Bananas
- Fatty fish
- Brown rice
- Apples
- Water
- Yogurt
- Hummus
- Edamame
- Lentils
- Avocados
- Oranges
- Strawberries
- Seeds
- Beans
- Green tea
- Nuts
- Popcorn
- Leafy green vegetables
- Beetroot
The bottom line
Different types of food can boost your energy, but it is better to choose healthier alternatives.
You can increase your stamina with the listed foods regardless of whether they contain carbohydrates or proteins. Carbos will offer immediate energy while proteins will provide the energy in a slow but sure manner.
Other than just energy, the foods I have listed are rich in different types of nutrients, minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants. Overall, you will not just be boosting your energy but also improving your immunity alongside other health benefits.
Go ahead and include some of them in your diet to boost your energy levels.
How often do you eat when you are at home? Is it healthy eating? Which is your favorite energy-food?