Compass Rose Nutrition & Wellness
Blog
With Gaylene Gomez
We all know that drinking more water is important, but did you know that adding some simple ingredients can help even more! If you want to boost your energy, lose weight or make drinking water a bit easier, more flavorful and fun, then you will love this.
Make up a pitcher and drink it through the day!
Makes 4-6 servings
Ingredients
The quick answer is Yes...and No.
The ‘NO’ part is that “spot reduction” or losing fat from just one area on your body has officially been labeled as a myth. Fat can’t just choose to come off from only one area!
So, it truly doesn’t matter how many crunches you do or the number of ways you exercise your abdominal muscles - you’re not going to suddenly be equipped with a 6-pack unless you focus on the bigger body composition picture - and that’s a combination of exercise AND nutrition.
But, the real question should be this:
Have you ever had a blood sugar crash? Likely you have felt this before.
We've all had those moments where we waited too long to eat, and we struggle through a blood sugar crash where the hanger settles in and takes over. You could feel lightheaded, shaky, and generally unwell -- so keeping your blood sugar stabilized throughout the day is a great way to have sustained energy, feel vibrant, and keep your body functioning optimally.
Balancing your blood sugar is essential, and the longer you let your blood sugar run wild, the more likely your chances for developing a long-term problem can grow.
One of the most common questions I get is about snacking. How can I quit snacking, or how can I find healthy snacks. One of my biggest tips is to make them at home. That way you know exactly what’s inside. Plus, it’s less expensive than store bought, and you can tweak the ingredients to your taste!
This Energizing Power Ball recipe is a great way to fuel your body pre-workout or to give you a mid afternoon energy boost.
