{"id":792,"date":"2012-01-12T17:02:00","date_gmt":"2012-01-12T17:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/firerescuefitness.com\/snacking-around-the-firehouse\/"},"modified":"2012-01-12T17:02:00","modified_gmt":"2012-01-12T17:02:00","slug":"snacking-around-the-firehouse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/firerescuefitness.com\/2012\/01\/snacking-around-the-firehouse\/","title":{"rendered":"Snacking around the Firehouse"},"content":{"rendered":"

Everyone (especially around the firehouse) loves a good snack. But what actually is a “good” snack.<\/p>\n

If you ask some, they will define a good snack as something that tastes great but doesn’t fill you up like a meal.\u00a0 If your stomach starts rumbling and lunch is still two hours away, you’re going to need a snack to make it through the day. What firefighters\/emts\/\u00a0must remember is that the foods you eat at\u00a0snack time can make a big difference in your energy level, decision making, performance, and overall health. Choose the wrong snack, and you’ll feel dragged down, tired and cloudy.\u00a0 Choose wisely, and you’ll get the boost and performance you need.<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n
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Choose your snacks wisely, you never<\/strong>
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\u00a0Before your next snack break, think twice about what you are about to eat and remember the following information when you’re craving a snack!<\/div>\n
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Snacking for Energy<\/u><\/strong><\/div>\n
<\/u>If you find yourself fighting sleepiness in the afternoon, what your body needs is a boost of energy. Snacks eaten midday should contain good fats and protein to give and sustain your energy level. Here are a few good options when you need an energy-boosting snack.<\/div>\n
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