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All-Day Energy Bowl

Article written and reviewed by Jamie Koonce, DACM, L.Ac, Dipl.OM
Published January 22, 2019
fruit bowl topped with chia seeds

Did you know that your brain requires at least 130 grams of glucose per day just to carry out basic functions? Fruit is a rich source of intact glucose and other whole carbohydrates that provide a clean source of energy to your brain and every cell in your body.
Eating a big bowl of fruit like this is one of the best ways to fuel your brain for all-day energy!
Photo and recipe by: Jose Tejero from @reversingt2d.

fruit bowl topped with chia seeds

All-Day Energy Bowl

Did you know that your brain requires at least 130 grams of glucose per day just to carry out basic functions? Fruit is a rich source of intact glucose and other whole carbohydrates that provide a clean source of energy to your brain and every cell in your body.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 440 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Apple
  • 1 Peach
  • 1 Banana
  • 1 cup Blueberries
  • 1 cup Strawberries
  • 1 tbsp Chia seeds

Instructions
 

  • Slice the apple, peach, strawberries, and banana.
  • Combine all the fruit in a big serving bowl.
  • Sprinkle the chia seeds on top.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 440kcalCarbohydrates: 104gProtein: 7gFat: 5gFiber: 20g
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About the author 

Jamie Koonce, DACM, L.Ac, Dipl.OM

Jamie Koonce, DACM, L.Ac, Dipl.OM is the Digital Content Manager at Mastering Diabetes. She holds a Doctorate degree in Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology & Anthropology from Hendrix College, and Certification in Plant-Based Nutrition through eCornell. Jamie has been enjoying a plant-based lifestyle since 1999. In addition to writing at Mastering Diabetes, she teaches continuing education courses to other health professionals on the science behind a low-fat, plant-based, whole-food lifestyle for specific medical conditions.