7 ways to avoid the afternoon slump
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7 waysto avoid the
afternoonslump
1
Trail mix
Best options- fiber, protein, andhealthy fat
Fresh fruit + nut butter
Grab a Healthy snack
2
Pour a glass of chilled water
Drink 48 oz during the week day
Stay Hydrated
Sluggishness is a symptomof dehydration
3
Moving improves mood
Exposure to sunlight can increase alertness
Boosts blood flow andenergy
Take a short walk
4
Eat whole grainsinstead
Try beans, quinoa,brown rice
Swap outsimple carbs
Limit simplecarbohydratesat Lunch
5
Large meals can lead to theafternoon slump
Choose salads
Choose soup +sandwich
Eat a smaller Lunch
6
More likely to overeat at lunch
Plain, yogurt, oatmeal, smoothiesare healthy choices
Can contribute to mid -morning drowsiness
Don't skip Breakfast
7
At least 60%cacao content
limit serving to 1.5 oz
Dark chocolate canincrease alertness
Nibble on dark chocolate
A BALANCED APPROACH TO EATING HEALTHY IN THE REAL WORLD