ENERGY-BOOSTING FOODS
With hectic schedules, deadlines, responsibilities and lack of sleep, who couldn’t use an extra boost of energy to get through the day? Try some of these quick, health-inducing and energizing foods:
- Eating oatmeal for breakfast helps stabilize blood sugar all day. As an added benefit, oatmeal is also rich in fiber and protein.
- Almonds are packed with magnesium, which helps convert sugar into energy. Their protein and fiber also provide sustained energy.
- Avocados are a satisfying and good source of healthy fat.
- Lentil soup is high in fiber and helps regulate blood sugar levels, and its selenium is mood-enhancing.
- Kale contains protein, fiber and many minerals and antioxidants. It’s delicious sautéed in olive oil with garlic and a pinch of sea salt.
- Quinoa is a gluten-free grain which contains protein and amino acids for strong muscles.
Recipe for quinoa:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1½ cups of water
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
In a 1-quart saucepan, bring the water to a boil with sea salt. Rinse quinoa thoroughly to clean and remove its bitter taste. Drain, then add to the boiling water. After it returns to a boil, lower the heat to simmer until the water is completely absorbed, approximately 15 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl and use a fork to fluff the grains.
Pesto dressing for quinoa:
- 4-5 leaves of fresh chopped basil
- 2 large cloves chopped garlic
- ½ cup chopped walnuts or pine nuts
- ½ cup water
- 2½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt or 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Blend all ingredients until smooth.
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