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Have you been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or generally drained lately?

If your “get up and go” got up and went, you’re not alone. According to the National Institutes of Health, fatigue affects one in every five Americans.

What’s more, a recent survey by the National Safety Council found that 43 percent of adults in the U.S. are too tired to function at work!

While chronic stress, information overload, back-to-back commitments, and long work hours can leave you physically and mentally fatigued, a poor diet, sleep deprivation, and not taking time to recharge can further rob you of your energy. But whether you’ve been burning the candle at both ends lately, or running on fumes for as long as you can remember, adding a bioavailable form of ginseng to your daily routine and adopting the easy-to-implement strategies in the following pages can lift your lagging energy levels. So turn the page and get ready to reclaim your vitality!

Alexander Panossian, PhD, DrSc, has served as the head of Research and Development at the Swedish Herbal Institute and as a guest scientist at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Ludwig-Maximilians University in Munich, and King’s College in London.

He has authored or coauthored over 170 scientific papers and is the former editor-in-chief of Phytomedicine: International Journal of Phytotherapy and Phytopharmacolog y.

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Are You Suffering from an Energy Crisis?

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Beyond Energy

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ARE YOU SUFFERING FROM AN

Energy Crisis?

Being tired has practically become a badge of honor in America today.

Fatigue has become so pervasive to our way of life that many of us have lost touch with the vibrant feeling experienced when we are truly energized and ready to take on the day. Instead, we fall into bed after a day filled with never-ending demands, only to do the same thing all over again when we drag ourselves out of a less-than-restful night’s sleep the next day. To cope, we put our health and well-being on the back burner, depending on stimulants like caffeine to keep going. This unrelenting cycle of exhaustion has become such a widespread phenomenon that

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some experts have dubbed it the “fatigue epidemic.”

FROM WIRED TO TIRED Long-term fatigue is truly a product of modern living. Often caused by a less-than-ideal lifestyle that can include working too

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Normal fatigue happens to everyone from time to time. When it does, taking a step back and giving yourself permission for some well-earned R&R can help you recharge and refresh. But if your fatigue is persistent or so severe it interferes with your daily life, you may have a more serious problem.

Fortunately, smart

supplementation and a few simple lifestyle hacks can help restore your zest for life.

6 SECRET ENERGY ZAPPERS Sometimes the source of your fatigue can be easily remedied. In other cases, fatigue and lethargy can be the result of an undiagnosed medical condition. If you simply can’t find the energy to make it through the day—even though you eat well, exercise, and get plenty of sleep—check with your doctor.

The following energy thieves can zap your vitality and leave you feeling fatigued: You’re dehydrated.

Dehydration can quickly put a dent in your mood and energy levels, say researchers at the University of Connecticut. During a recent clinical trial which appeared in The

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Journal of Nutrition, they found that even mild dehydration triggered headaches, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating in a group of young women participating in moderate exercise. Here’s why: When you’re dehydrated, your blood pressure can drop. This can decrease the amount of blood and oxygen that get to the brain, making you feel fatigued and sluggish.

You can check your hydration status by monitoring the color of your urine. If you are well-hydrated, it should be a very pale yellow. Urine that is dark yellow or tan indicates greater dehydration.

You’re not getting enough exercise. It may sound counterintuitive, but researchers say expending energy by engaging in regular exercise may actually boost your energy levels in the long run. A good workout gives your cells more energy to burn, increases blood flow, and causes your body to release feel-good endorphins. Plus, adopting a regular exercise routine will help improve the quality of your sleep.

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levels, but you can get too much of a good thing. It turns out that any significant deviation from your normal sleep patterns (think sleeping in on the weekend) can upset the body’s rhythms and increase daytime fatigue. What to do? Figure out how much sleep you need on a nightly basis and then stick with a sleep schedule— even on weekends, vacations, and holidays.

You’re eating too much processed food. A diet filled with sugar and simple carbs might give you a momentary uptick in energy, but it’s also setting you up for a crash as your blood sugar levels plummet. Opt instead for whole, nutrient-dense foods like high-fiber vegetables, grass-fed meats, wild-caught fish, nuts, seeds, and healthy fats like avocado or olive oil. New evidence in The British Medical Journal shows that eating a low-carb diet filled with healthy, whole foods even increased energy among people eating a calorierestricted diet.

You’re overscheduled.

Trying to pack 48 hours-worth of work and activity into a mere 24 can set you up for burnout. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, have trouble getting

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You’ve got the blues.

If you’re feeling fatigued and apathetic, you might be suffering from a mild bout with depression. While it’s smart to seek medical help if depression becomes chronic, new findings in the journal Planta Medica suggest that a daily dose of saffron may provide relief and help you get through a temporary case of the blues.

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CAFFEINE INTAKE That tasty no-foam-extrashot-non-fat latte you grab on your way into the office can set you up for a day filled with energy highs and lows. Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant that can cause anxiety, contribute to insomnia, raise blood pressure, speed up your heart rate, and may trigger rebound fatigue.

One review of 41 studies found that, even though caffeinated energy drinks increased alertness and improved mood for several hours, participants were often more tired than usual the following day.

Instead of chasing artificial energy, take steps to break your addiction to caffeine. Going cold turkey can temporarily result in headaches and fatigue, so try reducing the amount you consume gradually.

Limit yourself to one or two cups of coffee daily—or switch to green tea for a healthy dose of antioxidants and about a quarter of the caffeine.

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CHAPTER 2

GINSENG:

The Energy Herb

Discovered nearly 5,000 years ago in the Northern mountain ranges of Manchurian China, ginseng is a unique root from the Panax ginseng plant. This medicinal root actually resembles a tiny human body, so it’s no surprise that the name translates to the “all-healing man root.”

Best known for its adaptogenic properties, ginseng is one of the most popular and researched herbal remedies around for enhancing energy levels and helping to relieve mental stress. In fact, more than 6,000 articles regarding the traditional uses, chemical constituents, and biological and pharmacological effects of ginseng have been published since the 1950s.

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Used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine to treat fatigue and mental stress, modern studies have found that a key type of saponin (naturally occurring plant chemicals) in ginseng—called ginsenosides—are responsible for the herb’s adaptive and energizing qualities. There are nearly 300 saponins in the Panax species.

So far, scientists have discovered 112 saponins in Panax (Korean) ginseng. More than 80 of these are isolated from raw or processed ginseng, and the others are acidbase hydrolysates, semi-synthetic saponins, or metabolites.

Along with its most abundant ginsenoside saponins, many other highly biologically active compounds have been identified in Korean ginseng, including polysaccharides, peptides, polyacetylenic alcohols, fatty acids, isomaltol-α-d-glucopyranoside, ketopropyl-α-d-glucopyranoside adenosine; alkaloids N9formylharman, ethyl β-carboline, perlolyrine, 1-carbobutoxy-βcarboline, 1-carbomethoxyβ-carboline; phenolic acids (maltol, salicylic acid, vanillic acid, p-hydroxycinnamic acid), thiazole; lignans gomisin N, gomisin A, and gintonin―a complex of

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fatigue. The herb also boosts capillary circulation in the brain and reduces the negative physical and mental effects of stress.

While there are many types of ginseng on the market today, including American ginseng and SCIENCE SAYS . . .

Panax ginseng, the most potent Because of these actions, a growing and effective form of ginseng is number of studies are pointing to a type of Panax ginseng known as Korean red ginseng as a safe and Korean red ginseng. Korean red effective way to reduce mental and ginseng has so many applications physical fatigue and restore vitality. for health—including One 2016 review of 12 increased energy, randomized clinical improved trials involving 630 cognition, people found that “ GINSENOSIDES enhanced those taking ARE FOUND ALMOST immunity, a ginseng reduced supplement EXCLUSIVELY IN PANAX blood sugar, experienced GINSENG AND HAVE better a marked POWERFUL ANTIOXIDANT, circulation, reduction in ANTIMICROBIAL, AND and their fatigue. improved The study ANTI-INFLAMMATORY sexual health review was ACTIONS. ” in men— published in the that it’s often Journal of Korean considered an allMedical Science. encompassing remedy by herbalists. In fact, the Latin word Another randomized study in the “Panax” means “a cure all.”

Journal of Ginseng Research reported that, among patients with fatty Ginsenosides are found almost liver disease experiencing fatigue, exclusively in Panax ginseng and Korean red ginseng helped to have powerful antioxidant, restore energy levels, especially antimicrobial, and antiin the participants who were also inflammatory actions. Research overweight. And another six-week shows that the ginsenosides in trial of 63 subjects living a highKorean red ginseng also modulate stress lifestyle added even more the flight or fight response in the evidence to Korean red ginseng’s presence of a stressful event, which energizing effects. This study, is one reason it’s such an effective which also appeared in the Journal adaptogen for anyone with mental of Ginseng Research, randomized the 11

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participants to either a Korean red ginseng supplement or a placebo.

At the end of the study, those in the ginseng group reported less mental stress and improved mood. Testing revealed that the Korean red ginseng appeared to ease mental fatigue by stabilizing the sympathetic nervous system. The researchers also noted improved brain function in those taking the herb.

Panax ginseng is so powerful that it has even been shown to be effective in those with chronic fatigue syndrome. Among 90 patients with idiopathic chronic fatigue syndrome (which means that doctors couldn’t pinpoint an underlying cause), those taking the herb found relief from their unrelenting fatigue.

The researchers speculated that ginseng’s antioxidant activity— which can be attributed to the ginsenosides in the herb—were at least partially responsible for the energizing effects.

So what exactly are these magical, fatigue-eliminating ginsenosides?

They are protective phytochemicals that are produced by the herb in response to stressors like predators or extreme climate changes.

There are more than 100 different ginsenosides in ginseng, the vast majority of which aren’t absorbed well by the body. To be effective, they must be converted to so-called noble or “rare” ginsenosides by the beneficial bacteria in your gut. Once this happens, these 12

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rare ginsenosides are more easily absorbed and more bioavailable than the original ginsenosides.

Unfortunately, however, much can be lost in translation during this conversion process.

A BETTER GINSENG What if there was a form of ginseng that delivered rare ginsenosides directly, without the body having to handle this conversion? A unique form of ginseng from Belgium, known as HRG80, can do just that! HRG80 is composed of 100 percent-whole Panax ginseng roots cultivated under the strictest environmental European standards. The ginseng is grown hydroponically using high-tech vertical farming to reduce the crop’s environmental footprint.

Traditional ginseng takes up to six years to mature, although it increases in potency with age.

For example, 10-year-old ginseng is more powerful than 6-year ginseng—and 20-year-old ginseng is very powerful. But because HRG80 can radically accelerate the growing process, the potency of the resulting ginseng is equivalent to 20-year-old wild-harvested ginseng!

This novel method of growing Korean red ginseng is possible thanks to groundbreaking

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OF ENERGY If you walk into any health food store to purchase your ginseng, you’re likely to find some products labeled American ginseng, some labeled as Panax ginseng (sometimes called Korean white ginseng), and still others labeled as Korean red ginseng.

Confusing? You bet!

Here’s the breakdown: American ginseng comes from a totally different species of ginseng called Panax quinquefolius. What about white ginseng and Korean red ginseng?

Surprisingly, they come from the same plant! The difference between the two comes from the way they are processed. As you learned earlier, Korean red ginseng is processed using traditional methods that include steam cooking the root and then air drying it. White ginseng, on the other hand, is dried immediately after it is harvested. This difference in processing is what gives each their unique health properties—and why it’s important to pay attention to the color of your ginseng, especially if you suffer from fatigue and mental stress.

technology that simulates a “perfect spring.” This is obtained by regulating the growing temperature and by simulating stressors to stimulate the creation of protective compounds in the root. Once harvested, the hydroponically grown ginseng undergoes a processing protocol that respects the plant and naturally fosters a high rare ginsenosides content. It’s the perfect marriage of new and old—and the ultimate beneficiary is you!

CREATING A CLEAN GINSENG While ginseng has been cultivated for medicinal use for centuries, modern agricultural practices— including heavy pesticide and fungicide spraying as well as irresponsible processing— have undercut the herb’s efficacy and safety.

As a result, it’s been increasingly difficult to find ethically grown and responsibly processed ginseng with enhanced absorption and bioavailability.

Most Panax ginseng used in supplements is teased out of the root using harsh solvents.

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CHAPTER 3 is, this method can only extract a fraction of the active beneficial molecules and bioactives. What’s missing? Fiber, protein, and a host of minerals and vitamins that provide added health benefits. Of more concern, solvent extraction can hide adulterations—things like the inclusion of leaves or other parts of the plant, or even other species like Panax quinquefolius (also known as American ginseng). Solvents can also hide poor-quality or irradiated ginseng or pesticide contamination. Some products that are processed this way can even carry solvent residue!

HRG80 avoids the extraction process entirely and never uses solvents. Instead, it relies on the traditional Korean process of steam cooking and drying. This not only concentrates the rare ginsenosides, it also produces an ultra-pure and environmentally responsible ginseng supplement that provides rare ginsenosides.

To ensure you’re getting a clean ginseng, check the front label for the words “whole root,” “full spectrum,” or “solvent-free.”

Then check the ingredient label on the back for HRG80. This will ensure you are getting a supplement that doesn’t contain pesticide or solvent residue or mycotoxins. It is also GMO-free and hasn’t been irradiated or adulterated in any way.

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ENERGY While Korean red ginseng is the No. 1 natural solution for anyone suffering from physical or mental fatigue, that’s just the start of this herb’s multiple health benefits. Here are six more ways that Korean red ginseng can help you be at your best!

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IMMUNITY. Feeling under the weather? Research shows that Korean red ginseng boasts powerful antiviral properties and may even enhance the effects of the flu vaccine. Other lab and animal experiments have found that it also stimulates the immune system and may be effective for preventing tumors and improving immunity in cancer survivors.

BRAIN BENEFITS. Human studies show that Korean red ginseng can have a beneficial impact on cognition, as well as your memory and your mood. In one small clinical trial published in the Journal of Ginseng Research, researchers found that those participants taking a high-dose ginseng supplement scored significantly better on cognition tests than those taking a placebo.

Another eight-day study found that a daily dose of ginseng improved feelings of calmness while also improving math skills.

Scientists speculate that these improvements are a result of the herb’s ginsenoside content and its ability to protect the brain against damaging free radicals.

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ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION. Because Korean red ginseng promotes the production of nitric oxide—a compound that increases circulation and improves relaxation of penile tissue—it may help prevent, or even reverse, erectile dysfunction (ED). One study found that men treated with the herb had a 60 percent improvement in their ED symptoms compared to just 30 percent in those taking an antidepressant. In another clinical trial, Brazilian researchers found that men with ED who took a Korean red ginseng supplement experienced significantly better performance scores than the men in the placebo group.

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MANAGES MENOPAUSE SYMPTOMS. Hot flashes, mood swings, and low libido are hallmark signs of menopause. A review of 10 randomized clinical trials in the journal Medicine found that supplementing with Korean red ginseng not only improved menopause-related depression and enhanced the feelings of wellbeing, it also heightened sexual arousal and reduced hot flashes.

Another trial involving 72 middleaged women discovered that those taking Korean red ginseng not only had fewer menopausal symptoms, they also experienced an improvement in their cholesterol levels and other cardiovascular risk factors. This matters since women have an overall increased risk of heart attack during the first 10 years after menopause.

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INSOMNIA. If you have trouble sleeping, you may want to try Korean red ginseng. One small study that appeared in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology found that healthy men who took the herb on a daily basis for just seven days fell asleep faster and experienced better sleep quality.

Earlier research reported that Korean red ginseng benefits sleep by influencing brain waves and increasing non-REM, or deep, sleep.

LOWERS BLOOD SUGAR. Korean red ginseng seems to be helpful for controlling blood sugar levels in people both with and without type 2 diabetes. One randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of 41 people newly diagnosed with diabetes found that Korean red ginseng helped reduce both blood glucose and insulin levels. There were no changes in the placebo group.

These findings could offer promise to diabetics who, despite a healthy diet and exercise regime, have trouble controlling their blood sugar levels.

THE KEY to maximizing these benefits is to use a form of Korean red ginseng, like HRG80, that provides a healthy dose of noble ginsenosides.

Paired with a whole-foods, high-energy diet and smart lifestyle choices, Korean red ginseng can support better health from head to toe.

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Turbocharge

YOUR DIET When life gets hectic, it’s easy to skip meals or grab a quick bite whenever you get the chance.

But sticking to a regular eating schedule provides your body with a steady supply of energy throughout the day. Eating a light and healthy meal every few hours also has the side benefit of helping to ensure you don’t overeat at any one time.

It’s also easy to fall into the fast food trap. Who hasn’t been lured by the call of the drive-thru after a hard day at work or when you are short on time? But these types of food are packed with salt, sugar,

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and refined carbohydrates that can undermine your vitality.

The best high-energy diet is one that is rich in complex carbohydrates from fruits and vegetables, with ample protein.

Generous amounts of healthy fats like extra virgin olive oil, avocado oil, or organic coconut oil can also keep fatigue at bay.

To effectively fuel your day, try to include a serving of protein, fat, and one or more servings of fruits and/or veggies in every meal.

Here are a few more tips to power up your diet:

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• NEVER skip breakfast. If you skimp on breakfast, you run the risk of a lackluster morning, since your blood sugar will probably be low and stay low, depriving your brain of the glucose it needs. Give your body the fuel it needs to jumpstart your day by combining a lean protein like eggs with a couple handfuls of veggies and a bit of healthy fat.

• Eat five meals a day. Add a midmorning and midafternoon snack to your daily meal schedule to keep your blood sugar stable and your energy levels strong. As a bonus, this mini-meal is a super way to keep hunger at bay the healthy way.

• Be sugar smart. A sugary snack may give you a quick burst of energy, however it will also lead to a crash. If you need a snack to beat back hunger or an afternoon slump, reach for protein. Some good options include sliced turkey and a handful of carrots, hummus and raw vegetable dippers, and apples with almond butter or a handful of nuts.

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HACKS

If your life is overflowing with commitments and responsibilities, consider taking a break to re-evaluate what’s really important. Try to eliminate distractions that clutter your days and set aside some time to take care of yourself. By putting yourself first, you’re allowing yourself the opportunity to recharge.

As a result, you’ll have more energy and be more productive in everything you do.

Plug your energy leaks. Energy leaks can be anything from overscheduling your time, juggling ever-increasing responsibilities, or even dealing with a toxic relationship.

Take a close look at your life, including your behaviors, your commitments, and your relationships. Then take steps to plug the areas that are contributing to your stress and fatigue.

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Snooze, don’t lose.

Sleep is often the first casualty of our overscheduled lives. According to a recent government survey, only one in seven adults say they wake up feeling refreshed and energized on a daily basis. Not getting enough sleep or experiencing poor sleep quality can interfere with the ability to function during the day. Yet good sleep is the ultimate antidote to fatigue. Sleep is also vital for sustaining peak mental performance, stabilizing mood, bolstering immunity, handling stress, repairing tissues, rebalancing biochemistry, and maintaining a healthy metabolism.

Although individual sleep needs vary, eight hours is still the recommended goal.

Keeping to a regular bedtime and wake-up time will leave you refreshed and ready to tackle the day ahead.

Educational B O O K L E T Series Soak up some sun.

Exposure to sunlight or to other bright light—especially in the winter—helps the brain regulate your sleep and wake cycles. This is particularly important for seniors, because sleep rhythms become more resistant to change and deep sleep diminishes as you age.

Even spending just 15 minutes a day in the sun can boost your energy levels, improve your mood, and give you a healthy dose of vitamin D. Start moving! Research shows that regular exercise improves both mood and sleep quality. Plus, physical activity elevates certain hormones and raises the body’s metabolism which, in turn, boosts your energy level. Even better, exercising regularly helps reduce the stress that can rob you of energy. Aim to Choose the get at least 30 minutes of exercise right ginseng daily at least 5 days a week. Make supplement. Get sure you include both aerobic and the most benefit weight-resistance exercises to increase from your ginseng your stamina and maintain muscle mass. supplement by choosing one that’s completely free of contaminants.

Drink up! Try to Check the ingredient drink at least two liters label for HRG80 (eight cups) of pure water to ensure you’re each day—more if you not only getting a are active. Avoid clean supplement sugary beverages but a powerful or drinks high in concentrated source caffeine that can of rare ginsenosides. have a rebound effect and steal your energy.

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The Sugar Sabotage Who doesn’t love dessert? The cakes, those cookies, that ice cream! But if your goal is to maintain high energy levels, you may want to reconsider.

While it’s no secret that consuming a little bit of natural sugar can give you a temporary boost of energy, eating too much refined sugar can lead to a “sugar high” that’s soon followed by a sharp drop in your energy levels. Ditto for foods like pasta, cereal, or alcohol that can spike your blood sugar.

Sugar is a nutritionally bankrupt food that simply provides excess calories. Products high in added sugar are also often low in protein, fiber, antioxidants, and healthy fats needed to sustain your natural energy levels. It’s smart to check food labels for sugar, but be aware that sugar can be listed on ingredient panels under any one of 61 different names! These include common names, such as sucrose and high-fructose corn syrup, as well as agave, barley malt, caramel, dextrose, invert sugar, maltose, rice syrup, and many others.

Looking for a sweet alternative that won’t ding your energy levels?

Consider swapping out sugar for stevia or monk fruit. These natural sweeteners don’t impact blood sugar or your energy levels. Sweet!

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Added sugar is hiding in foods that many of us consider healthy, like yogurt or energy and protein bars. It’s also often added to savory foods such as ketchup, breads, salad dressings, canned soups, and pasta sauces.

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Sustained Energy Pairing protein with fiber-rich fruits or veggies can provide a healthy energy boost and help you avoid the energy-draining effects of sugar.

•A handful each of raw almonds and blackberries •S liced hard-boiled eggs on a bed of salad greens •C elery and peanut butter •A pple and sunflower seed butter • T rail mix and dried berries

•B anana and almond butter •R aw carrots, sweet peppers, and broccoli with hummus • T una salad on cucumber slices •P lain yogurt with blueberries •R oasted sweet potato sprinkled with cinnamon and walnuts

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