CINCINNATI (FOX19) - Judging by all the ads and commercials for products that are supposed to give you more energy, often based on caffeine, minerals, or vitamins, a lot of people must be running short.

You might find you feel more energetic by eating better foods. FOX19's Tracey Johnson with food expert Sarah Gaspari of Whole Foods Market in Cincinnati about food that might give you more get-up-and-go.

Her top choices:

Fruits
The natural sweetness of the sugars as found in fruit converts rapidly into energy, helping you start your day. They also can aid circulation, and promote skin health.

Leafy Greens
Foods like kale, spinach, and especially watercress are a way to boost your breakfast, and can be put into egg dishes.

COLUMBUS, OH (FOX19) —State Representative Peter Beck (R-Warren County) today announced that he will be holding town hall meetings throughout March and April. No appointment is necessary for these town hall meetings and everyone is encouraged to participate.

“The town hall meetings will provide a valuable chance for my constituents to speak to me about their concerns and how I can best serve them in Columbus,” Rep.

WEST CHESTER, OH (FOX19) - The WCL writers' group is hosted by and meets at the West Chester Library on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the library conference room.

The writers' group is open to all writers, at all skills levels and of all genres.  The group meets for peer support and critique.

Occasionally outside speakers will be brought in to discuss issues/concerns pertinent to the group.  For more information contact

the library at 513 777-3131.