Energy to Go!

In our household, schedules are often a delicately timed production. I continue to be amazed at how much my kids fit into a day. The task of keeping up with their constant nutrition needs is always an adventure. Both my kids are water polo players and swimmers. They often have two practices per day, are in and out of water, and need food that isn’t too heavy but still sustains them. There are energy drinks, and bars upon bars out there, some are great and some are terrible, but I was convinced I could make something equal or better.

After a few trial runs, I created something my kids love and notice a difference in their energy when they have it. I use nuts and seeds for protein and fat, dates and maple syrup to give them an instant burst of energy and coconut oil or MCT oil. The coconut oil or MCT oil are medium chain triglycerides. These are fats your body will burn rather than store, and provide sustained energy during exertion. Click here for the recipe. You can also plus up the recipe by adding matcha powder, probiotic powder or maca. Be creative and make it your own!

Electrolytes are another key consideration with kids on the go. They can sweat themselves right into dehydration and fatigue. There are simple ways to make your own electrolyte drinks and skip all the sugars and artificial ingredients in most sports drinks. My preferred base is coconut water as it is nature’s best source of electrolytes, but if not available you can use filtered water or herbal tea. Try the recipe I have included here:

  • 3 c. coconut water
  • 2 c. filtered water
  • ½ c. fresh squeezed lime or lemon juice, use a little zest
  • ½ tsp. pink or celtic sea salt
  • 15-30 drops stevia liquid
  • 2 tsp. trace mineral electrolyte drops – link below

https://www.amazon.com/Trace-Minerals-000-Volts-8-Ounce/dp/B000Z98KF8/ref=sr_1_6_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1485208227&sr=8-6&keywords=trace%2Bminerals%2Bdrops&th=1

My kids and I prefer our own creation, we find it gives us more of a boost and tastes better. However, in a pinch, trace minerals research and vega sport both make electrolyte powders you can take on the go.

My last great resource for their insatiable appetites is to maintain my weekly or biweekly prep days. Setting aside a few hours once or twice a week to prepare ready foods on hand makes the difference between our family eating enough and eating healthy choices.

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