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Maximize your energy

Did you know that by carefully choosing the food that you eat, you can maximize the energy it will provide? Protein-rich foods such as beef, chicken, and fish will supply your body with iron, and energize it by bringing oxygen to the cells. By eating foods high in vitamin C (like oranges and broccoli) along with proteins, you can actually enhance your iron intake. Carbohydrates are found in grains, green vegetables, and beans, and most nuts are high in fat. To get the most from these foods, you need to also include potassium-rich foods like bananas, yams, sweet potatoes, and tomatoes to your diet. Try to avoid coffee, though. The caffeine interferes with your body's ability to absorb these nutrients. Instead, drink several glasses of water each day to avoid dehydration, a big factor in fatigue.




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