Skip the energy drinks from the store with all of that sugar and caffeine. Make your own, instead, using natural ingredients such as carrots, beetroot and orange. High in vitamins A and C, antioxidants and phytonutrients such as alpha-and beta-carotene.
Also a great source of potassium.
These drinks will give you a real energy boast whenever you need it. …
Make this extra easy Baked Oatmeal recipe in the morning for breakfast … or if you’re short on time, prepare it the night before and bake in the morning. The ingredients we show in the video with fresh strawberries, bananas and rich chocolate is a popular favorite, but feel free to add your own preferences such as nuts, raisins or cranberries and substitute blueberries, blackberries or other fruit for the strawberries and banana. …
This winning sports drink recipe was developed by an accomplished Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with an impressive athletic career, and also the winner of several marathons: Jackie Dikos.
She knows, from her own personal experience, what works best to get a healthy boost of energy when you need it. …
This guy presents a quick review explaining why popular energy drinks loaded with caffeine should — sometimes — be avoided. If you burn off calories with vigorous exercise (like running) while you consume an energy drink, is it all good then?
What about kids and energy drinks when they are active in sports? …
Getting a good night’s sleep is always on the to-do list for healthy wellness and fitness. You already know that you need to cut out the late-night caffeine, ensure that your bedroom is dark and quiet, avoid the scary movies … but what do you do if you (or your partner) are still tossing and turning? After all, a chronic lack of sleep increases the odds of diabetes, depression, cardiovascular disease and gaining weight!
Here are some surprising facts and useful tips: …
If you (or you know of someone) who gets stressed out in the morning, then you need to watch this short video with Beth’s “Top 5” breakfast ideas. You’ll discover why Beth is so popular! My favorite is the one with blueberries and raspberries and the concoction that you bake in the oven for 15 minutes. It ends up looking like a mini-pizza and is really yummy! …
Even if running isn’t your “thing” — here’s a great video about endurance training. Endurance training helps you resist and recover from fatigue. Watch this informative video to get that extra inspiration and boost of energy so you can get more done during the day. Try the exercises and take notes! …