2 TRICKS TO AVOID AFTERNOON SLUMP (WITHOUT CHANGING YOUR DIET)
INTRO
Sometimes, do you find yourself juggling your work with low energy in the afternoon?
You're not alone.
After breakfast, you may feel the need to take a nap or brew another coffee to stay alert.
The reason is that the food you eat causes sugar (aka glucose) to shoot into your blood quickly.
This happens when you eat the first meal high in sugar and carbs.
You can avoid this pattern with 2 tricks without changing much of your diet:
TRICKS
Trick 1: More protein in your first meal.
Your first meal determines your energy level throughout the day.
Protein is the main macronutrient that keeps us satiated and steadies our energy.
Even if you only consume protein-dominant foods, it is already enough.
However, don't choose reduced-fat protein foods (e.g., low-fat yogurt), as they might be replaced with carbs (sugar & starch).
Trick 2: Eat in order.
Eating macronutrients in a specific order helps slow down the rapid increase of sugar in your blood.(backed by science)
Here's how:
#1 Start with vegetables and protein first,
#2 Fats second,
#3 And starches and sugars last.
The best part: you can apply this trick to any meal (including junk food).
WHY IT WORKS
The main theory behind this is to stabilise your glucose levels, to avoid blood sugar roller-coaster.
Maintaining stable glucose levels will not only sustain your energy but also help you:
- feel better (mood)
- lose weight (fat loss)
- even live longer (lifespan)
These 2 simple tricks that can have significant health effects.
Give 1 a try and let me know how it goes.
TL;DR
Your first meal determines your energy level throughout the day.
1. Make your first meal with more protein.
2. Eat in order: vegetables/protein → fats → starches and sugars last.
Both tricks stabilise your glucose level and have significant health benefits.
CLOSING QUOTE
"You don't need to eat less, you just need to eat right." - Anonymous
Until next time,
Ray
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BONUS: Not sure what to eat for breakfast? Check out Ultimate Breakfast Cheatsheet for Steady Energy from Glucose Goddess
