foods that increase energy...any suggestions?

United States
June 19, 2009 9:28am CST
I am looking for ways to increase my energy....as I have 2 kids 6 and under, I have to say that I get worn out pretty easy... but my husband and I were just talking last night how we need to start eating better but not just a dieting thing... we need to choose better eating so I thought I would ask here since there are so many that can help. what would be your food suggestions that increase energy...I am actually going to be running to the store today so any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks!!
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aussieblonk
@aussieblonk (236)
• Australia
19 Jun 09
eat lots of steak, lots of mars bars, and drink a lot of milk. also milo gives me energy, either a spoonful in my milk, or sprinkle over dessert.
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marciascott
@marciascott (25529)
• United States
19 Jun 09
Hey I just thought of something how about Carrots and raisin salad. that is good they will like it because it is sweet but it is good for them also Waldorf Salad. That has apples and walnuts and raisin if you did'nt know.
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bookreadermom08
@bookreadermom08 (5614)
• United States
20 Jun 09
aussieblonk... how funny I am actually trying to get in more milk... I use to drink it alot as a kid and now not so much. Thanks for the other suggestions. I got alot of fruit yesterday at the fruit market, so I am going to do more fruits too. happy mylotting. marciascott... thanks, I might try that since my kids both like carrots, not the raisins so much but maybe if I put them together they might like that. thanks for the suggestions. ...happy mylotting.
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Ritchelle
@Ritchelle (3790)
• Philippines
20 Jun 09
food pyramid - from http://www.dietbites.com/diet-food-pyramid.html 1,200 Calories Per Day Diet* Food Group Daily Serving Size Fruits 1 cup Vegetables 1.5 cups Grains 4 ounces Meat & Beans 3 ounces Milk 2 cups Oils 4 teaspoons Discretionary Cal Allow 171 Calories ================================================================================== Nutrition Notes for the 1,200 Calorie Diet Fruits Fresh, frozen, canned, dried, juice 1 cup of 100% fruit juice equals 1 cup of fruit from the Fruit Group Vegetables - The Breakdown for 1,200 Calorie Daily Diet Fresh, frozen, canned, dried and juices Dark Green Veggies - 1.5 cups per week Orange Veggies - 1 cup per week Legumes - 1 cup per week Starchy Vegetables - 2.5 cups per week Other Vegetables - 4.5 cups per week 2 cups of raw leafy greens equals 1 cup from the Vegetable Group Grains Includes oats, barley, rice, wheat, cornmeal, bread, pasta, oatmeal, cereal, tortillas, grits 1 slice of bread equals 1 ounce from the Grain Group 1/2 cup of cooked pasta, rice or cereal equals 1 ounce from the Grains Group 1/2 of grains consumed should be whole grains Meat & Beans 1 ounce of meat (beef, chicken, pork, turkey, fish) equals 1 ounce 1 egg equals 1 ounce 1/4 cup of cooked dry beans equals 1 ounce 1 Tablespoon of peanut butter equals 1 ounce 1/2 ounce of nuts and/or seeds equals 1 ounce Milk 1 cup of milk or yogurt equals 1 cup from the Milk Group 1 1/2 ounces of natural cheese or 2 ounces of processed cheese equals 1 cup Cream cheese, butter and cream are not considered as part of the Milk Group Sources should be skimmed, low fat Oils Includes oils that retain liquid state at room temperature such as canola, sunflower, olive oil, corn oil, soybean oil. Includes foods high in oil such as certain species of fish, avocados, nuts & olives. Includes processed foods such as Mayo, salad dressings and soft margarine are chiefly oil. Discretionary Calories Includes foods low in fat or fat free with no added sugar. *Amounts based on information from the USDA and are estimated calorie needs.
i believe any form of carbohydrates contributes to additional energy. of course you have to follow the recommended amount of servings for your age and physique as too much of this would contribute to additional, unnecessary weight. also, the other foods in the food pyramid, provided consideration to their servings to your age and physique is applied, would be a great help.
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bookreadermom08
@bookreadermom08 (5614)
• United States
20 Jun 09
I really have to look up what are good carbs and what are bad carbs... my husband wants to keep doing the protein diet, but I told him he really cant cut out carbs there are good ones out there that you need. thanks for the suggestion... I am going to look up what are good carbs to eat and write them down and get some next time I am at the store. happy mylotting.
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marciascott
@marciascott (25529)
• United States
19 Jun 09
Give them a lot of Fruit and Vegetables. Most kids don't like Vegetables but if you fix it right they will eat it.
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bookreadermom08
@bookreadermom08 (5614)
• United States
20 Jun 09
thank you for the suggestion... I am going to try more veggies, I can get them to eat fruit day and night, but I am having a hard time with the veggies....so I have been getting them V8 fruit juices... that way it is good for them. LOL happy mylotting.
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tinam13
@tinam13 (839)
• United States
20 Jun 09
Fruits and vegetables....tuna and salmon. Drink a lot of water, it helps oxygen get to your brain and when your brain has more oxygen you can think better and are less tired.
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bookreadermom08
@bookreadermom08 (5614)
• United States
20 Jun 09
oh you should see how many fruits I got yesterday...LOL, they had a great sale and I got a good selection!!! I love veggies, but my kids not so much so I have to come up with a way to get them to eat veggies. the seafood though, oh I cant do that, grosses me out but I can do protein with turkey and chicken. thanks for the suggestions and happy mylotting.
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Sillychick
@Sillychick (3275)
• United States
19 Jun 09
Foods that are high in fiber increase energy. Protein is good, and fruits and vegetables. Some fat is also good, as long as it is not trans fat or saturated, because it keeps you feeling full longer. Another thing, exercising gives you energy, so being active regularly will increase your energy level.
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bookreadermom08
@bookreadermom08 (5614)
• United States
20 Jun 09
Yes, I do excercise... I love to excercise and get it done in the mornings...lately in the last month I have been so busy I havent had time to stop and do that but I will get it back in my routine. thanks for the suggestions, I got tons of fruit yesterday, but my kids love fruits... I have to get them to eat more veggies though...LOL happy mylotting.
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