5 snacks to boost your energy in the afternoon
Aug. 31, 2017 at 2:09 PM
Keri Glassman, R.D.
Carbs, fat and protein are the only three nutrients that provide your body and brain with true energy. Many other vitamins, minerals and nutrients we consume, like magnesium, iron and fiber, support our cellular processes for energy and help stabilize our blood-sugar levels for longer lasting energy.
Science has shown snacking can increase performance, but high-sugar snacks lead to increased tension and the tendency to burn and crash. Eat snacks that include a combo of protein and fat and/or high-fiber carbohydrates for maximum energy. Here are a few my favorite pick-me-up and keep-me-going snacks:
https://www.today.com/health/best-foods-more-energy-t115770
