Aztek warriors would eat chia seeds to sustain them during battle.

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This raw food ball is a great energy pick me up not only in the winter, but all year long. Great right out of the freezer after work or school or before a workout. Ingredients ½ cup raspberries (or other berry or puréed fruit) 1 ¼ cup raisins (or dates or combination) ½ cup currants (or cranberries) 1 cup sunflower seeds 1 cup pumpkin seeds ½ cup sesame seeds (or flax or hemp seeds) 2 tbsp coconut or spelt flour 3...

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Here are some simple snacks to whip up ahead of a busy week or long ride.

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If exercising for less than one hour, good old water is great for hydration. If the exercising is going to surpass an hour, hydrating with a carbolyte-hydration (carbohydrates for energy, electrolytes to make up for those lost via sweat, and water for hydration) drink is a good idea. Commercial sports drinks are mainly comprised of added sugars – try making your own. • Dilute a 100% fruit juice like apple, orange, or grape with filtered...

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