1. Nourish Yourself with Fresh Fruits & Veggies
Each color provides a different set of nutrients to help your body thrive.
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Here are four easy energy-boosting strategies you can start right now:
1. Nourish Yourself with Fresh Fruits & Veggies
What you put on your plate directly impacts your energy, mood, and mental clarity. Fresh fruits and vegetables are full of the nutrients your body craves, especially during midlife, when your needs are shifting.
They’ re rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and complex carbohydrates that support steady, sustained energy throughout the day. And, they help you avoid the crash that comes from sugary snacks or processed food.
Try to“ eat the rainbow” by including a wide variety of colorful fruits and veggies to your meals.
Each color provides a different set of nutrients to help your body thrive.
Some top picks for boosting energy are:
• Bananas for potassium
• Leafy greens like spinach and kale for iron and B vitamins
• Sweet potatoes, complex carbohydrates full of fiber to steadily fuel your body
• Berries for antioxidants
• Avocados for healthy fats and fiber to keep you full and satisfied
You don’ t need to overhaul everything at once. Just start by adding a few more colorful foods to your plate each day and see how your energy shifts.
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