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So, yeah; we’re tired, like, all the time.
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(That’s the recommended amount!)
A night of tossing and turning could be to blame, sure.
But if you regularly feel zonked, your diet may be the issue.
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Pretty counterproductive, right?
Carbs give you energy so that’s a good thing, right?
Enjoy Life Pancake and Waffle Mix fits the bill and can even be purchased online.
Looking for more options?
Don’t miss our reportbest pancake mixes!
But the truth is, there’s more added junk in that cup than there is fruit.
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OJ is jam-packed with high-fructose corn syrup, sugar, and artificial flavoring, and dyes.
Eat This Instead:Switch to water and get your citrusy goodness from whole fruit.
The pulp, water, and fiber content will help blunt the rise in sugar levels.
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Muffins
The plague of refined carbohydrates strikes again!
Eat This Instead:If muffins are a must, get your hands on a pack of VitaTops.
Pair one with eggs (Psst: thesehealthy egg recipesare all delicious!)
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and a piece of fruit for an energizing morning meal.
Cereal
If you’re crashing before lunch, your sugary breakfast cereal could be the culprit.
Have you ever taken the time to learn what’sactuallyin that cartoon character-clad box?
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The healthy fats and protein will help balance out the extreme levels of fructose.
For even more delicious smoothie ideas, get your hand onZero Belly SmoothiesASAP!
But sadly, most breakfast dishes that are made with things like sausage and beef are super greasy.
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Take breakfast sandwiches, for example.
Drink This Instead:Not a fan of black coffee?
Ask for a pump of two (no more!)
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of flavored syrup in a plain hot or iced coffee and add a splash of whole milk.
The healthy fats will help offset the sugar and keep your energy levels even kneeled.
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