Power Foods for Your Busy Lifestyle
A woman who’s into professional cheerleading leads a busy life. Pro cheerleading is a demanding job. Though it isn’t full-time, you need to make time a couple of days a week for rehearsals. Not to mention, game days and appearances. You commit to these activities, at the same time, meet the demands of your day job, school, and family.
It’s no secret that proper nutrition is a must for cheerleaders. To keep you going, you have to fill yourself with the right foods. A nutritious and delicious meal doesn’t have to require special preparation. Below are 10 power foods that you can simply grab and go.
1. Eggs
Known to be the most versatile food, eggs can be hard-boiled and scrambled in just a few minutes. It supplies you with lean protein and 13 important vitamins and minerals. Since you’re mostly active, eggs keep you going.
2. Unsweetened Almond Milk
Choose the unsweetened version because it’s low in sugar. Plant-based, almond milk can be paired with granola. You can drink as much as you want without worrying about weight gain. Nowadays, manufacturers enrich it with calcium to meet your calcium needs.
3. Canned Tuna
Tuna that comes in a can may also be beneficial to your health. It contains omega-3 fatty acids - nutrients that are good for the heart! Tuna actually supplies you with complete protein. This refers to all the 10 essential amino acids.
4. Bananas
Why not add bananas to your daily diet? The amazing thing about snacking on bananas is that they help balance your blood sugar. As a result, you’re less likely to binge before your next meal. You can eat bananas by themselves or add them to your quick morning smoothie if you like!
5. Frozen Vegetable Mix
Shop mixed frozen vegetables at the grocery and season them with salt and pepper while cooking. This only takes 4-5 minutes of preparation. Not only are they super convenient, they control cholesterol levels and serve as your source of fiber for the day. This means that mixed veggies keep you fuller longer.
6. Almonds
Almonds for snacks provide you with vitamins E, calcium, potassium, and magnesium. A handful of almonds can already keep you satisfied for longer periods of time. Almonds satisfy your food cravings especially during a hectic morning before lunch. Eat raw, unsalted almonds or incorporate them into your salad or smoothie.
7. Whole Wheat Bread
Get your supply of whole grains in a quick way with whole wheat bread. Eat it by itself or pair with strawberry jam or peanut butter. This is a healthy morning breakfast. Whole wheat bread offers several grams of protein for each serving. Because it’s whole grain, it contains antioxidants.
Conclusion
These power foods should make your hectic life easier in terms of food preparation. Snack on them or make them your breakfast. No matter what you do, never take your nutritional needs for granted. The quality of your food is important - and again, it doesn’t have to demand much of your time!
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