and performance. Mid-afternoon snackGood Ripe bananaBetter Strawberry and banana smoothieBest Handful of cashews and raisinsWhy? Avoid mid-afternoon energy slumps by choosing your snack wisely. High-carb foods such as ripe bananas (GI = 51) will boost blood sugar

under a hot grill or in the toaster. Spoon the filling in the split pitta and cut in half to serve.Vital statistics 433kcal, 62g carbohydrate, 34g protein, 7g fat (of which 1.2g saturates), 8.8g fibre, 1.1g salt.Banana Hot Dog1 long wholemeal roll

.Beware Of The Gas Avoid gas-forming foods such as baked beans and other pulses, cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower), bran cereals and spicy foods.Take To The Bottle Keep a water bottle handy so you remember to drink regularly throughout

, hydrogenated coconut oil.Tasty? Looks like a Powerbar, but very dry and with an artificial banana flavour. Rather strong and unpleasant aftertaste. Contact www.jimwalker.co.uk; 0870 752 8777SIS Go Bar (Cherry and Vanilla) – 99p per bar Weight 65g; Calories 207