THE Anti-Burnout COOKBOOK
HOW ARE YOU FEELING TODAY? Allow us to guess: you’re a bit tired. Aren’t we all? The only thing that varies is the cause. You might be overstretched, underslept, burned out from training – or, most likely, all three. Whatever the reason, neither a triple espresso nor a Sunday sleep-in is a long-term fix. What will help is how you eat. Different nutrients affect how your body releases and stores energy: some replenish your stock, others pull the plug. We asked nutrition consultant Rob Hobson to pick the foods best suited to rebooting your body, then passed that list to leading chefs to make your prescription more palatable. Got a lot on your plate? These ingredients will lighten the load.
THE INGREDIENTS
1 Edamame
These beans (from which tofu and soya milk are made) are rich in folate, a vitamin that supports nervous system function. Top up, since sub-par levels of it are linked to low moods.
2 Salmon
A rare natural food source of vitamin D. Deficiency is widespread during the winter months when sunlight is limited, which can lead to dark moods. Brighten up your day and your plate.
3 Onions
Raw onions, in particular, contain prebiotics that help the bacteria in your gut to flourish – and this, in turn, boosts sleep. Finely slice and add to salads and salsas.
4 Lamb
Eating protein at every meal stimulates orexin cells, which support the hormones linked
