BANZA February 2016 Issue | Page 89

The third and final aspect that you need to ensure if you want to be a fulfilled, engaged, and energized person is that of your nutrition. Eating foods that fuel and drive you, that sustain your energy levels throughout the day will keep your blood sugar levels constant- balancing your moods and keeping you engaged and focussed. Incorporating these foods into a balanced diet is very important for your physical and mental health and wellbeing. Foods with a low glycaemic index such as proteins or complex carbohydrates will give a slow release of energy, and should therefore be dispersed throughout the day in 5 small meals. Examples of these types of foods are meats (red meat, chicken, fish), beans, yoghurt, cream cheese, nuts (or nut butter), chickpeas (or hummus), whole wheat bread/pasta, brown rice, sweet potato, butternut, and many more. These foods should be had in 5 small portions in order to constantly give your body energy to keep you going- but not too much that it gets stored as excess energyand therefore adipose tissue (body fat). Taking the time to implement these 3 things into your life will allow you to function as a fulfilled, energised, loving person. Once you start treating yourself with the love and care that you deserve, you will be able to do the same for others.