What are good foods to re-energize you after a workout?

[WeaponZero]

I've recently started doing short (like 20 minute) moderate intensity workouts on my lunch break at work. Problem is, however, that I seem to drag in the afternoons now because I'm tired and drained from the workout and can barely stay awake. I don't want to stop exercising on my lunch break, so are there any foods I can eat for lunch after completing my workout that will ensure I can get through the rest of my work day without falling asleep?

[TheGoodTheBadTheHOT]

bananna's are good ones, full of sugar that will have a longer lasting affect on your body than say a chocolate bar.

Dairy products are quite good as well. So is something with carbs to replace what you've lost.

I suppose you should just throw all three in and have some weetabix with chopped up bananna and milk.

I personally tend to stick with a whey protein shake.

[martyfellow]

High enzyme fruits especially papayas and mangos would be my first choice. Easy to digest, high in carbos. Add a little lime juice for flavoring.

[Anonymous]

banana, apple, fruits in general, make a smoothie using greek yogurt

or a good salad with grilled chicken low sodium I put chickpeas on mine as 'croutons' and only vinegar-olive oil homemade dressing.

[rachiee]

Citrus fruits, green tea, bananas, grilled/boiled chicken over a salad, ice cold water. Also a lot of people believe that an apple can give you the same effect as coffee with its natural sugars.

[palek]

I eat fried Twinkies and drink shots of expresso all afternoon.

[Longshot]

Fruit or lean protein.