Smart Snacking: Real Food for All Day Energy

All-day energy doesn’t come from a pill or a can. It comes from real food! Stock up on nature’s secret stash of revitalizers — complex carbs, protein, and fiber — with this fresh batch of healthy anytime snacks. Stashed in your desk, bag or car, it’s the energy rebound you need around the clock.

 

 

9 am

Avocado on Whole Grain Toast

Avocados are sky high in omega-3s, the good fats your brain needs to power up.

 

 

 

11 am

Walnuts and Dried Mango

Walnuts have the highest omega-3 concentration of any nut. Pair them with dried mango for extra antioxidants in an irresistible sweet treat.

 

1 pm

Dark Chocolate Almonds

Craving sweets after lunch? Reach for dark chocolate! Cacao has a high concentration of nutrients that help fight stress and boost energy.

 

 

 

3 pm

Almond Butter and Apple

What a perfect pairing: full of protein and heart-healthy fats. Because they digest slower than carbs, you get a steady stream of energy for hours.

 

 

5 pm

Beef Stick

For a quick protein boost on the drive home, grab a beef stick — a great stopgap before dinner.

 

More energizing tips

Anytime you’re feeling sluggish, water and tea are excellent ways to hydrate and combat fatigue. A brisk 10-minute walk also helps you feel more awake, providing a natural energy boost that lasts up to two hours.

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