Waking up and already feeling tired, fogged up, brain dead is not a great feeling. Especially when you know you have an entire day ahead of you.
Breakfast is the most important meal, we know that. Now there are food that will give you the instant kick of energy (Hello sugary drinks and caffeine) but that usually comes with a crash as well. To beat morning fatigue, and be mentally prepared to take on the day, we need sustainable energy food that keeps the fatigue at bay.
Drinking water right after you wake up is a good way to hydrate the body. Stretching and yoga keeps us focused and prepares for a mental strenuous day. Aldo, these are good habits to do every morning.
Apart from drinking water and stretching, food is equally crucial. What you are having in the morning can change how energetic you feel during the day. So here are the food to have to beat morning fatigue.
Chia seeds and almonds
Chia seeds can hold water by absorbing water 10 times their weight. Highly fibrous so it gets digested slowly, gradually releasing energy all the while. It’s fatty content is omega-3 which is brain boosting. Almonds are high in protein and ono saturated fat and is great for energy.
Oats
Oatmeal is famous as breakfast for those who are health conscious. They are fibrous and have a low glycemic index and won’t add to blood sugar. Also, you can add berries and fruits of your choice for a super healthy breakfast to beat morning fatigue.
Beans
Fibrous and slow to digest they release energy; beans are also high in magnesium which helps cells produce energy. Being rich in selenium they promote better mood as well.
Bananas
Bananas are rich in potassium and are great mood enhancers. Whip up a banana smoothie and add nuts for a healthy super tasty breakfast. They also contain he right amount of carbohydrate that prevent tiredness.
Whole wheat bread
Carbs are needed for energy. If you want to have bread for breakfast, go for whole wheat bread as they contain complex carbs that won’t spike sugar levels and give long lasting energy.
Watermelon
Full of antioxidants and minerals, even a small bowl of watermelon can help in giving long lasting energy and keep you hydrated.
Dates
Dates are sweet and so rich in potassium, calcium, zinc among other minerals and provides long lasting energy. You can whip up a date smoothie. Mix it with bananas to make a smoothie, or have a few dates to impart sweetness to any smoothie.
