Michael Brown didnât die in the dark. He was eighteen years old, walking down a street in Ferguson, Missouri, from his apartment to his grandmotherâs, at 2:15 on a bright Saturday afternoon. He was, for a young man, exactly where he should beâamong other things, days away from his first college classes.
Heres how these important nutrients work: Carbohydrates, as the primary fuel source for the body, provide quick energy. Opt for complex carbs like peas, beans, whole grains, and vegetables, which also deliver the vitamins, minerals, and fiber important for overall health.
Low energy dense foods, in contrast, tend to be moist or juicy. They often have a high percentage of fiber, which retains their natural water. Most vegetables, fruits and legumes are examples of low energy dense foods. Other plant foods like nuts and dried fruit, however, are energy dense. Nuts are loaded with healthy fat, but even healthy fat has lots of calories per bite. Therefore, nutritionists suggest we eat these foods in moderation.