Often times when looking to boost energy levels, people reach for stimulants and sweets. Increased rates of obesity and an attitude of relaxation and laziness have resulted from these quick fix solutions. These quick-fix solutions are so harmful because they are most often followed by hard, quick crashes only hours later. Energy can be achieved throughout the entire day, by partaking in healthy exercises and eating nutritionally.
There are several different foods that have been proven to increase energy. Whole grains and raw nuts are considered to be great sources for energy; raw nuts are especially helpful because of their magnesium content. The conversion of calories to energy is greatly aided by consuming high amounts of magnesium. Extra energy boosts, higher levels of protein and amino acids are all linked a diet with lean meats. Alertness and focus are just two of the benefits that come from consuming important amino acids. Foods heavy in fiber also provide added energy that can be maintained all day long. Foods rich in fiber include beans, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Keeping hydrated will also allow you to have sustained energy throughout the day. It has been proven that even mild dehydration can greatly slow metabolism. Since metabolism is the process in which calories are turned into energy, it is directly linked with having sufficient energy!.
“Metabolism” is a complicated process through which energy is formed. Healthy and long lasting energy is produced through processes in all the cells of the body. When your metabolic system is working correctly, high levels of beneficial energy are created. The types of food that is consumed directly affects how the metabolism works.
One recipe that is easy and a good source of health and energy is a spinach salad, topped with almonds, chicken breast, tomatoes and mandarin oranges. Spinach is a food heavy in fiber and Vitamin K, making it a great base for your meal. Fiber will help you to feel full for increased amounts of time, minimizing the number of times you “need” to eat each day, and Vitamin K help sustain energy during these extended periods of time. For protein try chicken breast and almonds which also contain low saturated fat and amino acids. Magnesium, found in almonds, is another key mineral in ensuring the proper functioning of the metabolic process. High in Vitamins C and K, as well as carotene, biotin, and dietary fiber, tomatoes are another great addition to any meal. Including all of these nutrients in your diet will help aid the metabolic processes as well as boosting the health of the immune system. Adding both Vitamin A and C, found in mandarin oranges, can help with cardiovascular and immune health. Fiber plays an important role in the body function by adding a steady calorie flow right into the bloodstream. Increased amounts of energy are more easily sustained when calories move quickly and effectively through the bloodstream. With the right diet, aided by healthy recipes; you will gain more effective and healthy energy and weight loss. Don’t forget the importance of planning. It only takes a few hours once a week to make a menu for the following week. If time is short during the week, take some extra time on the weekend to make the meals for the coming week and freeze them for later. Fatigue is a problem suffered by many people, there are, however, plenty of easy and wholesome ways to increase and maintain energy.
Don’t forget, even though a healthy diet is important, it is not the only way to increase your energy throughout the day. Fatigue will become much less of a problem when proper exercise, adequate sleep and stress relief techniques are in place. Unless you take care of all of the practices associated with healthy living, you will never reach your best health and energy levels. [youtube:s6ZJZX0FenE?fs=1;Get your [link:health and energy] back today!;http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6ZJZX0FenE?fs=1&feature=related]
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