Burning the candle at both ends? Feeling tired and sluggish?
Well before you reach for that 3rd cup of coffee or heaven forbid raid the vending machine, try these fatigue fighting foods. I think you will be pleasantly surprised how easy it is to recharge and stop falling asleep on your keyboard and we give some handy tips on what foods to avoid.
Bananas – High in Potassium, Fibre and Vitamin B6 to give you a pick me up.
Chia Seeds – These guys give you an energy boost without the crash. They also help with hydration by absorbing water.
Green Tea – Full of antioxidants and gives you energy without the jitters.
Almonds – Full of healthy monosaturated fats and magnesium which can help overcome tiredness.
Water – Often fatigue is a sign of dehydration so drink up!
Yogurt: The carbohydrates in yogurt are metabolized quickly and so you will feel a burst of energy. Yogurt also contains protein which helps sustain energy levels.