of carbs, protein and even vitamins. They’re tasty and come in all kinds of flavours. When they’re good: Post-exercise. Liquid energy is better during or just before exercise. Calories: 200-300kcal per 75g barFig rolls Why they’re good: Chewy fig rolls

minutes Makes: 15 bars100g almonds100g cashew nuts100g blanched hazelnuts50g pumpkin seeds50g sunflower seeds1 tablespoon milled flax seeds1 tablespoon shelled hemp150g rolled oats175g dried figs175g dried dates150g raisins175g butter75g runny honey125g

syrup offer fast-release sugar, making granola an excellent breakfast option. Roll 500g of grains, nuts and seeds in two tablespoons each of honey, vegetable oil, and maple or golden syrup. Spread the mixture over baking sheets and bake at a low heat

-fibre diets (25-35 grams of fibre per day) tend to take in less fat. Carry around packets of dried fruit (apricots, dates, raisins, apples, figs etc) or sliced vegetables (carrots, celery, green peppers and the like). Dried fruit is non- perishable, so you can

, just a have a couple of fig rolls or Jaffa Cakes. Happy snacking.Q. I am an insulin-dependent diabetic with a place in this year's London Marathon. Although I have run marathons previously, this will be my first as an insulin-dependent. I currently rely