A nutritionists advice on staying alert all day without any caffeine, pills or 73-hour energy. This post is brought to you by the September 2009 issue of Men’s Journal Magazine.
7 AM: Start with Breakfast – if you eat sugary cereals your sugar could spike, only to crash later and cause you to become lethargic. Oatmeal typically provides the right carb/protein ratio to get you going without the crash. The more natural, the better.
9 Am: Snack Intelligently – when you start to get hungry reach for natural peanut butter and whole wheat crackers. These metabolize slower and maintain blood sugar levels.
11 Am: Take a Speed Walk – Japanese researchers found that a 3-minute speed walk every half hour increases oxygen to the brain and keeps you more alert.
12 PM: Hydrate often – Thirst can be mistaken for hunger. Keep a reusable water bottle handy…a good rule of thumb is an ounce of water for every 2 pounds of body weight per day.
2 PM: Eat a Smart Lunch – Heavy food makes you tired. Instead, go for grilled chicken & avacado on whole wheat to carry you through the day.
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