We have been sharing a regular update on healthy eating and living on the blog lately. The focus is more to find a balance which is sustainable versus "quick fixes to lose weight". One of differences I have noticed when I eat healthy, is that it helps not only my waistline but also helps sharpen keep my brain focused, and fills me up without making me feel lethargic. Few of the foods that I have incorporated in my diet which have helped me keep my day on track:
Energy and Brain Foods
Everyone is differently, but personally I am most productive in the mornings, but come afternoons, I find myself unable to concentrate or simply lose the energy to keep going. Below are some of the foods that have been recommended to me and seems to be working:Eggplant: As long as you don’t forget to eat the skin, it doesn’t matter how you ingest your eggplant. Eggplant skin contains the nutrient naunin, which keeps your brain sharp by increasing communication between your brain cells and messenger molecules. You won’t be able to help staying focused after eating eggplant.
Raisins: If you need a boost of energy, steer clear of the carbs and grab a pack of raisins. These high-energy fruits are low in fat and calories and rich in antioxidants which help restore your body’s most important cells.
Corn: Eating corn can help combat stress, so eat up. The important nutrient pantothenic acid is prevalent in corn, which helps metabolism and alleviates stress.
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Spinach: Make like Popeye and inhale that spinach. Full of practically every nutrient you could think of, spinach is the easiest way to take in all your vitamins at once. In addition to fighting cancer and building strong bones and muscles, spinach reduces stress and help keeps your brain young and focused.
Hummus: This all-natural food is an easy way to get some energy-boosting protein fast. Spread hummus on whole grain bread or rye bread for a tasty and quick snack.
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Honey: Drizzle a little honey on your morning toast, and you’ll not only get rid of your sugar cravings, you’ll also decrease your chances of catching a virus or other nasty disease.
Walnuts: The omega 3 fatty acids found in walnuts help you think more clearly and keep you focused your day. Also excellent sources of protein, walnuts are a delicious alternative to potato chips.
Lemons: A squeeze of lemon in your tea or even sucking a sliced lemon for a few seconds will wake up your mouth and give you that extra pep you need to finish the day.
Is there a snack you love?
Anything you would add to the list?
I never knwe that lemonis an energy and brain foods. I have to buy more lemons for my kids.
ReplyDeleteI didn’t know most of these helped with focus. I feel more than justified in an extra squirt of local honey in my tea from now on - both for allergies and for focus.
ReplyDeleteI am into healthy diet and these are certainly great food guide. However I have never heard of hummus and glad to found out here, did some search on the internet and will start to look for and add hummus into my daily diet.
ReplyDeleteWhat an awesome list! Tanvi I had no idea of these amazing properties! I have food allergies with many raw vegetables and fruits, they cause me anaphylaxis, but in this list I can eat everything except walnuts. Besides I love ALL of these foods!
ReplyDeleteNice list. My favourite energetic foods are spinach and walnut.
ReplyDeleteMy favourite go to healthy snack is hummus with carrots, cucumbers or celery. I know exactly what you mean about feeling lighter and more focused when you eat clean!
ReplyDeleteYou listed some great foods! Eggplant is amazing and raisins are a great snack.
ReplyDeleteI actually had a lot of corn and lemon the past two weeks. But I need to start adding raisins and figs to my routine again. Figs are so delish.
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This is such a great post. I definitely learned a few new things about food, spinach is on my next shopping list for sure.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely saving this post! I'm trying to change my diet :-)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing!!! I love lemon water, and drink one gallon of water a day- here's to lots of productivity!! ;-)
ReplyDeleteBrittany,
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Yum I love figs so much! So happy they're on the list!
ReplyDeletexx Mollie
I'm always looking for work snacks and ways to revamp my current snack list, so these are perfect suggestions to grab and have right with me through out the day.
ReplyDeleteThis is amazing. I will have to try eating some of these foods!
ReplyDeleteXOXO
Cathy
I definitely need some focus and motivation. Thanks for sharing!
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I always drink lemon water, especially while I'm at work. I like the other ideas for hummus, spinach and honey! Saving this post thanks girl!
ReplyDeleteSupremely Spicy Humus is my go-to snack during the day!
ReplyDeleteI have been trying to work on my productivity recently. I never really thought about what I put in my body and that it could actually be slowing me down. Thanks for sharing this post.
ReplyDeleteThese all sound really cool great snack options. I may have to try a couple of these.
ReplyDeleteXx, Nailil
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Definitely need to add a few of these to my daily menu! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletexo Laura Leigh
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I am definitely keeping this list handy as I meader intonthe market next time. Havingvthis awareness will help me integrate favorable foods and eliminate the rest. 👍🏼 Thanks for raising awareness! Xo, Evelyn, PathofPresence
ReplyDeleteI am absolutely going to bookmark this post! I need more focus and I know that it all boils down to what I put in my body. The good thing is - I like most of these foods. I just don't have it available in my house. Time to update my grocery list :).
ReplyDeleteI didn't realize so many of these foods were that beneficial!! Time to stock up!
ReplyDeleteThese foods sound delicious! We are working on healthier eating. I love eggplant and hummus, and lemon water is a refreshing beverage for any day.
ReplyDeleteFascinating list, I never knew that about eggplants, lots of good info here!
ReplyDeletexoxo Sarah Lindner
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What a brilliant post this is, I have learned so much about what foods to start including more into my diet to raise my productivity. Superstar! :)
ReplyDeleteLemon and fish I would have guessed, but I have to say you surprised me with the rest of those, lol
ReplyDeleteWith the variety here I know that I can get all my kids to have at least something. I love these ideas - thanks.
ReplyDeleteWow, I had no idea all these foods had these benefits! I need to add some of these to my diet and watch my productivity levels increase! So informative and interesting.
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