Foods To Help Stay Energized
Feeling drained? – We know that as a driver, one of the most important thing you can do is to find ways to stay energized. Try these energy-boosting foods to put a little pep in your step!
Drink Tea or Water? – Add Lemon!
Adding lemon to your drink adds electrolytes which helps your cells to produce energy! In addition to adding those electrolytes – keeping hydrated is vitally important to boosting your mood and energy levels!
Have A Little Salmon
We know that the likelihood of a restaurant worthy of serving salmon being on your route isn’t great – but canned and bagged salmon aren’t half bad, plus their omega-3 fatty acids are great for energy production!
Add Mixed Nuts to Your Diet
– Even if it’s just a handful here and there. The magnesium found in most varieties of nuts helps to convert sugar into energy – plus they’re great for staving off those inevitable hunger pangs throughout the day!
Eat Your Fruit!
Even though it might not always sound great – most truck stops have some fresh fruit available, and it’s a cheap, easy way for a quick pick-me-up provided by the natural sugars found in fruit! Plus, the vitamin C found in most fruits helps turn fat into energy!
Dark Chocolate, Anybody?
We’ll take any excuse to have a little chocolate! Dark chocolate contains a natural stimulant called theobromine – which has an effect similar to caffeine! – It’s a great energy and mood booster!
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