Re-charging up to 1 hour before sports & half-time boosts

When you are tired, it is tempting to fuel up with simple carbohydrates in the form of sweets and sports drinks to keep up your energy levels playing sports. However, this causes an initial rapid rise in the body’s blood sugar and energy levels followed by a sudden drop in blood sugar, which results in having less energy, reduced mental alertness and fatigue.

But what do you do when you are hungry or are faced with a hangry child who needs that extra bit of energy?

Small snacks based on the powerhouse of fuel – complex carbohydrates – will release energy slowly while stabilising blood sugar levels. My recipes for Super Snacks are easy to digest and not too high in fibre and can be eaten up to one hour before playing sport. My suggestions for Half-Time Boosts will also help to keep energy levels up throughout a match.