Make Your Own Organic Energy Drink

How to Make an Instant Natural Energy Drink

I recently discovered matcha green tea powder and it is awesome! There is no brewing, there is no waiting and if you do it just like I show below, it is a completely natural instant way to get some energy.  I have been drinking this throughout the day or right before I go for a run and I can tell a major difference as compared to when I drink coffee.  I don't feel jittery and cracked out of my mind. You coffee drinkers know what I am talking about.  I feel alert, focused and have a ton of energy to do whatever I need to do. 

The benefits of matcha green tea powder:

• Boosts metabolism and burns calories.
• Does not raise insulin levels.  Being a type 1 diabetic I love this since coffee sometimes spikes my blood sugar for no reason at all. 
• Fights against viruses and bacteria.
• Enhances mood.
• Has more antioxidants than blueberries or pomegranates.
• Provides potent cancer fighting properties.
• Helps to safely cleanse and detoxify the body.
• I have personally noticed that it helps curb those annoying afternoon snack cravings. 
• Does not raise blood pressure or heart rate.  

What you need:

• An empty reusable water bottle.  *I used a glass bottle so you can actually see the green tea, but I usually put mine in a BPA free water bottle that I bring with me everywhere. 
• Matcha green tea powder.  You can find this at most health food stores, specialty Asian markets and online here.
• Liquid stevia.  Optional but I think it makes it taste amazing. 

Directions:

1. Fill your water bottle up to almost the very top.  
2. Add 1/4 tsp of matcha powder for every 8-20 ounces of water.  Add a few drops of liquid stevia.
3. Put the lid on and shake shake shake until everything has dissolved.  That's it! 
4.  Enjoy :)

source: http://www.delightedmomma.com/2013/02/how-to-make-instant-natural-energy-drink.html

Why you should eat Bananas

Why I love Bananas

info and recipe are courtesy of Restorative Nutrition 

Composed of about 93% carbohydrate and about 100 calories, a medium size banana is a versatile, nutrient dense, delicious snack at any time!

A banana will provide you with essential nutrition including:

• Carbohydrates for energy
• Vitamin A, and C, a whole bunch of B vitamins
• 2 to 3 grams protein
• Prebiotics: Prebiotics are needed to help probiotics (the good kind of bacteria) grow and promote a healthy digestive system
• Potassium to help protect against high blood pressure
• Tryptophan, serotonin, norepinephrine each of which cab help prevent and improve depression
• Bananas can also help alleviate heart burn by suppressing acid in digestion

How can you add more banana into your day?

• Add a banana to:
  • A fruit smoothie
  • Pancakes
  • Salad
  • Peanut butter sandwich
  • Bowl of cereal or Greek Yogurt

• Add a little peanut butter to a banana to give you essential protein and energy prior to your workout

  • This is an easily digestible snack
  • With less fiber than other fruits, bananas will not cause you intestinal distress during your workout