Next up video playing in 10 seconds10 Healthy Foods That Boost Energy
Experience the power of smart snacking with these energy-boosting foods.
When your energy is low, you might instinctively reach for a cup of coffee or a handful of candy to provide a quick boost. But too much caffeine can lead to unwanted effects like insomnia, anxiousness, nausea, headache, and an upset stomach. And quickly digesting sweets will cause your blood sugar to spike, giving you a short-lived high that ends in a crash.
“What’s more, the subsequent drop in blood sugar increases cravings for more energy-zapping foods,” says Kari Kooi, RD, of Houston Methodist Weight Management Center in Texas. She says that energy-boosting snacks are those that are rich in protein, fiber, and complex carbohydrates. “When you eat this combination,” she says,
