Ways To Improve Your Energy Levels Through Diet

After a long day at work, it can be difficult to find energy in the evenings and even throughout the day. Your daily diet determines your energy levels and it is essential that you have a healthy and balanced food intake to for optimum performance throughout the day. Here are a few foods you should include in your diet to make the most of your energy. 

Eggs

There is no better way to start off your day than with some protein, and eggs can give you just that. Have eggs for breakfast and you are guaranteed to start your day on an energetic note. Eggs are also rich in B vitamins; these are used to convert food to energy, not to mention that they are high in vitamin D, great for maintaining strong bones. You can scramble, fry or poach them, or even make an omelet. Delicious! Just be careful with quantities, as studies have shown that eating more than 7 eggs a week can have negative effects on your cholesterol.

Magnesium

Magnesium is an essential mineral to consume for consistent energy levels and it is also necessary for the proper function of many bodily reactions. People who suffer from magnesium deficiency have higher heart rates and need more oxygen for physical tasks. With sufficient magnesium levels, energy is more available to your body and it will not have to work as hard. You can get much needed magnesium by increasing your intake of almonds, hazelnuts, whole grains and fish, particularly halibut. Delicious and healthy, so make sure to keep your magnesium levels up with these foods. 

Spinach

Spinach is a great green for increasing your energy levels. Not only is it high in magnesium, but it is full of fibre too which while provide you with lots of energy. Spinach can easily be easily incorporated into meals, replace lettuce in salads with it and try make it one of your five a day. Try out different combinations with spinach, such as rice and spinach soup, spinach puree, etc. 

Coffee

If you are hitting a slump and just need something to perk you up during the day, coffee can be very effective. It is proven to improve an individual’s exercise performance and can be useful as a pre-workout beverage. Try to keep it your consumption infrequent; a small amount of caffeine is sufficient to reap the effects and benefits. But overdosing can have negative effects on you, so keep it moderate.

Try to incorporate these foods into your balanced diet in healthy portion sizes for a more energetic you. Get up, get out, and get energetic!