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