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The Best Superfoods To Boost Your Energy Levels Naturally

March 15, 2016 By Jemma

SUPERFOODS

Been pulling an all-nighter, working too hard or just finding it difficult to sleep? Today you have that important meeting at work and you are already flagging by 10 am.  Believe it or not, what you eat can a have a massive effect on your performance at work and day-to-day life.  As March will see the clocks spring forward and the days starting to get longer, it’s the perfect opportunity to come out of winter hibernation, eat better and feel great.  

Eating healthier can help boost your energy levels and these top 5 super foods have been found to help do just that:

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Oily Fish

Salmon is one of my favourite fishes to eat and it’s packed full of omega-3 fatty acids and protein which means that it’s a great at increasing alertness and concentration. 

Avocado

Yum! A creamy avocado makes the best guacamole and I love it on top of my healthy Chocolate and Jalapeno Turkey Chilli.  The residing healthy fats mean that they are very filling, which maintains blood sugar levels allowing you to focus on your work. 

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Dark Chocolate

Hurrah!  Chocolate is actually good for you and has a health benefit! This can be said for dark chocolate in particular, which contains antioxidants and cortisol reducing properties that are associated with high levels of stress. Snacking on dark chocolate may increase the blood flow to the brain and, in turn, boost your concentration levels. 

Nuts

Not just a healthy snack, but eating a handful of almonds, walnuts or cashew nuts can help maintain a steady blood sugar level, preventing those nasty energy slumps that we are all too familiar with – giving you the energy you need to get through your busy day. 

Berries

We’re heading into spring so all of those delicious berries will soon be in season.  Their high fibre content stabilises blood sugar, warding off flagging alertness and concentration.  

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If you cannot wait for the seasonal berries to hit the shops, Alive have developed Women’s Energy Soft Jells for their range, made with delicious orange & berry natural fruit flavours and suitable for vegetarians. They’re specially balanced for women and containing the full vitamin B complex to support normal energy as well as containing a unique dried blend of 26 fruits and vegetables.

Obviously, there are far more superfoods out there that can help boost your energy levels.  When looking for superfoods to enhance your alertness, one of the principal qualities to look out for is their ability to maintain a stable blood sugar level, which can be the main culprit for energy slumps.   Making sure that you stay energised throughout the day helps to keep you focused and achieve your goals. 

Do you find that you have better energy levels when you eat more healthily?

*Commissioned by Alive! but all opinions are my own.

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Comments

  1. Ana De Jesus says

    March 15, 2016 at 7:59 AM

    Looks like I need to get some nuts and avocado in my life. I am very sleep deprived at the moment and have zero energy!
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    • Jemma says

      March 15, 2016 at 8:02 AM

      Sleep is so great for your health and feeling great! I hope it improves for you soon.

  2. Kristina says

    March 15, 2016 at 8:23 AM

    I absolutely love salmon, dark chocolate and avocado 🙂 It’s nice to see they have so many pros x
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    • Jemma says

      March 23, 2016 at 8:28 AM

      It’s lovely to hear your favourite foods having so many health benefits isn’t it.
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  3. Izabela says

    March 15, 2016 at 10:09 AM

    It’s great to hear that dark chocolate has many benefits. I just need to remember not to have a whole bar in one go!
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    • Jemma says

      March 23, 2016 at 8:30 AM

      Haha! I have the same issue. 🙂

  4. Dannii @ Hungry Healthy Happy says

    March 15, 2016 at 10:29 AM

    Avocado and nuts always give me an energy boost, plus they are delicious too 🙂

    • Jemma says

      March 23, 2016 at 8:41 AM

      Totally! Avocado is one of my favourite foods and so happy that it has so many health benefits too.
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  5. Scott says

    March 15, 2016 at 2:45 PM

    I’ll take some more chocolate please. If I eat twice as much, will I have twice the energy! 😉
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    • Jemma says

      March 23, 2016 at 8:44 AM

      Hahaha! I like your thinking Scott! 😀

  6. Charlie @ The Kitchen Shed says

    March 15, 2016 at 3:09 PM

    I need to keep this list on my fridge! I am always in need of more energy. Thanks for sharing 🙂
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    • Jemma says

      March 23, 2016 at 8:45 AM

      Great idea Charlie! It’s nice to know we can get so much energy from our favourite foods.
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  7. Besma says

    March 15, 2016 at 11:42 PM

    Definitely agree on these, although I really should be aiming for eight hours of sleep per night too!

    Besma | Curiously Conscious

    • Jemma says

      March 23, 2016 at 8:47 AM

      Sleep is something that I really need to work on at the moment too.
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