Energy Boosters Part 2

In our last post we talked about various foods that naturally help to boost energy. Here are some meal ideas to get you started!

Breakfast:

Plain, fat-free yogurt with low-sugar muesli, berries and a small glass of fruit juice

2-egg omelette with low-fat cheese, veggies, turkey, 1 slice of whole grain toast topped with low-fat cream cheese and a small cup of grapefruit juice

Shredded wheat cereal with skim milk, a banana, and 1 egg

Snack:

Apple with low-fat cheese

Banana with all natural peanut butter

Half of a whole grain English muffin with low-fat, melted cheese

Lunch:

Veggie soup with a slice of whole wheat bread topped with low-fat cream cheese, 1 grapefruit and a glass of skim milk

Turkey sandwich on whole grain bread, spinach salad with low-fat dressing and a small glass of orange juice

Grilled chicken sandwich on whole grain bread with half a cup of sliced tomatoes and a pomegranate

Snack:

1 whole grain rice cake with a piece of turkey

Half a cup of chickpeas with chopped tomatoes and cucumbers and low-fat dressing

1 boiled egg with a slice of whole wheat bread

Dinner:

Wild salmon, 1 baked potato with low-fat sour cream, steamed broccoli, sliced peaches and a glass of skim milk

Grilled lean steak, a small portion of whole grain pasta, steamed spinach, blueberries and a glass of grapefruit juice

Baked chicken and brown rice, spinach salad with low-fat dressing, 1 plum and a glass of skim milk

Snack:

Low-fat yogurt with a small handful of nuts

Small portion of low-fat cottage cheese and pineapple

Mixed berries and banana

Join us again for extra tips on how to jump start your energy levels!