Food for Energy
"Let food be your medicine and your medicine be your food. Each one of the substances in a person's diet, acts upon the body and changes it in some unique way, and upon these changes the whole life depends, whether in health, in sickness or convalescent."
Hippocrates 2 000 years ago.
Our FOOD FOR ENERGY guide is designed to help you discover nutrient-rich options that keep you energized, focused, and balanced-without the crash.
Every movement, thought and heartbeat relies on one essential ingredient: energy. The food we eat is our body's primary fuel, powering everything from running and playing to focusing on class or at work. Before our meals can energize, us, they must be broken down through digestion into nutrients that our bodies use for growth, repair, and daily activities. By choosing the right foods, we can support lasting energy, sharper concentration, and overall well-being - making smart nutrition the foundation for an active, vibrant life.
So.... what are foods for energy? Foods that provide energy are those that supply the body with fuel in the form of carbohydrates, healthy fats, and proteins, while also containing vitamins and minerals that support metabolism. Choosing the right balance of these foods helps maintain steady energy levels throughout the day rather than quick spikes and crashes.
Carbohydrate - Rich Foods
Carbohydrates are the body's primary source of quick energy. Complex carbohydrates are best because they release glucose slowly.
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Healthy Fats
Fats are energy-dense (9 calories per gram vs 4 for carbs and protein). They provide long-lasting energy, especially during low-intensity activities, because they are metabolized more slowly than carbohydrates.
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YOUR NATURAL MEDICINE CHEST
What to Keep in your Medicine Chest
Arnica
Keep a tube of this cream for relief for muscle strains as well as bruises.
Calendula
Use the dried flowers to make a tea and use for stressful situations and also stomach upsets.
Chamomile
Use the dried flowers to make a tea and use for stressful situations and also stomach upsets.
Echinacea
An absolute must for your herbal medicine chest for respiratory congestion and muscle soreness.
Eucalyptus
An absolute must for your herbal medicine chest for respiratory congestion and muscle soreness.
Ginger
Use this herb as a fresh root from your veggie store, or if you like gardening, grow them, it is an excellent medication for colds, respiratory congestion, nausea and stomach upsets
Lavender
Keep Lavender as an essential oil for stress, insomnia and headaches.
Tea Tree
Use as an essential oil for skin infections and insect bites.
