Nutrition

Boost Your Energy With These Omega-Rich Snacks

Looking for a pre-workout snack that will keep you fuelled at the gym or throughout the day? A holistic nutrition and lifestyle coach shares an easy recipe for energy bites. With ingredients that are known for being powerhouses of good fats and omega-3 fatty acids, this will give you an instant energy boost.

By Aditi

18 Aug 2022

Whether you have a busy day at work or didn’t get enough sleep the night before, a healthy pick-me-up in the middle of the day is the perfect solution to energise you. Holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach Vinita Contractor makes energy bites that contain good fats and Omega-3 fatty acids, which are good for your skin and overall health. According to a 2019 study published in the National Library of Medicine, omega-3 fatty acids can reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and cardiovascular disease.

This recipe uses various types of nuts, which are beneficial for heart health and providing healthy fats to your body. A 2010 study published in Nutrients shows that regular nut consumption can reduce the risk of heart disease, gallstones and inflammation. It has also shown to reduce the risk of diabetes in women. The recipe comes together in minutes, so you don’t have to spend hours trying to find healthy alternatives that can keep your energy levels up during the day!

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