Fueling the hustle: The busy professional’s cheat sheet to powering through the day

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MANILA, Philippines — For many young professionals, it has become the norm for mornings to feel like a sprint rather than a leisurely walk. With so many things to do (but so little time!), it's common to feel as if you’re jumping from one priority to another the moment you get out of bed.

Here’s the big question, though. With your “You got this” mindset, do you also give time to fuel yourself? After all, you can’t really expect to speed through the finish line without the gas to drive you.

Contrary to what many might think, living a healthy and balanced lifestyle does not mean that you have to sacrifice certain priorities to make way for others. The trick is to find ways that can give you the balance between what you need and want. But how, you might ask? Read through some of these tips that will help you power through your busy life.

Give yourself a good start

If you’re one of those who have the leisure to cook breakfast and have a proper sit-down meal before going through your day, then color yourself lucky.

Despite the first meal of the day being famously considered the most important, it’s also, unfortunately, the most neglected by many.

Breakfast, however, remains a key part of our daily nutrition because it replenishes and provides the body with the nutrients it needs to go about the day. If you’re too busy to cook during the morning rush, easy, on-the-go snacks like yogurt are a perfect option. This snack is high in vitamins while also being low in fat and preservatives.

Nestle Yogurt, for example, is all these things and more. It’s also very good for gut health because it comes with 1.25 billion Live+Active Cultures while also being rich in calcium, protein, and other essential nutrients.

Make a quick breakfast granola with Nestle Greek Yogurt as a base, for example, to get the kick you need to start the day. Don’t have time to even sit down and finish a breakfast bowl? Whip up a smoothie with it instead.

The delicious but mild flavor of Greek yogurt makes it a versatile addition to drinks and shakes because it blends seamlessly with other ingredients. Add greens like kale or spinach, some almond milk, and some bananas or berries, and you have a power smoothie that you can sip leisurely during your commute. Not only are you getting the nutrients you need, you also don’t need to adjust your schedule just to make sure you get your first bite of the day.

Keep your focus sharp with a brain boost

Being a busy professional doesn’t just eat up on your physical energy; it drains your mental power too.

Keep yourself from burning out throughout the day by following the Pomodoro technique, a time management method that suggests working for 25-minute intervals and taking 5-minute breaks in between. This technique is said to help improve focus by making big tasks seem more manageable.

During your five-minute breaks, you can grab a snack like Nestle Sensational Strawberry Yogurt and Nestle Heavenly Mango Yogurt. Not only are they nutritious and indulgent, but they are also perfect if you just need a quick, no-fuss bite.

Don’t stop yourself from enjoying a sweet treat

For busy people, snacking can save an incredibly hectic day. While many snacks often get a bad rep for how unhealthy they can be, eating in small amounts during the day is actually considered good because it provides a boost of energy for when our blood glucose levels drop in between meals.

The key, of course, is to be smart when choosing what to snack on. If you’re craving something sweet during your afternoon break, Nestle Yogurt Yummy Melon Nata is perfect because of its irresistible melon flavor and nata bits.

The addition of nata jellies makes every cup more interesting, with their sweet juice bursting in your mouth with every bite. It’s also something that you can easily store in your office drawer when you need those emergency sweet treats.

Power up for your workouts

If you’re working out after work, chances are high that your energy is already dipping after bossing your way through the day. If you’re looking for a pre-workout protein boost that’s quick and easy on the stomach, yogurt is one of the best snacks that you can grab.

Nestle Greek Yogurt, for example, has the highest protein content among its line, so it helps give you that kick without weighing you down or making you sluggish.

If you prefer protein drinks, you can also mix it with your whey and other healthy options like bananas, oats, and peanut butter. Get crafty with it for as much as you can, because who said your pre-workout should be boring and bland?

Yo Gurt this!

It’s very easy to be swept away by the bustle of our daily lives. Successful and productive people are those who have a clear set of goals and a locked-in, go-getter approach to life, but remember that you can only cross the finish line if you also take the time to take care of yourself.

When you find the right lifestyle and partners like Nestle Yogurt that blend seamlessly into your routine, that’s when you can really say that ‘Hey, Yo Gurt this,’ always!

Whether we’re talking about breakfast, a mid-afternoon snack, or a quick fuel-up before powering again, Nestle Yogurt is the perfect partner for those who are looking for a quick bite that does not compromise on nutrients and flavor.

Get the day that you deserve with your favorite Nestle Yogurt snack available in Alfamart, SM Supermarket, SM Hypermart, Save More, Robinsons Supermarket, Shopwise, The MarketPlace, Robinsons EasyMart, S&R, Waltermart Supermarket, 7-Eleven, Mercury Drug, Puregold and other leading supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide. You can also order them via Pandamart. #YoGurtThis!