For other people named Michael Brown, see Michael Brown (disambiguation) . Michael E. Brown (born June 5, 1965) is an American astronomer, who has been professor of planetary astronomy at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) since 2003.
10 Foods That Will Give You Energy. 1  Almonds are packed with Vitamin E and Magnesium. 2  Dark Chocolate has caffeine and theobromine. 3  Spicy herbs can increase metabolism. 4  Greek yogurt has tons of protein. 5  Leafy greens are full of iron that improves concentration levels. 6  Whole grains are a long-lasting energy source.
Compared to simple carbohydrates -- found in many snack foods, bakery items, white bread and pasta, crackers and soft drinks -- complex carbohydrates provide a longer source of energy because it takes longer for the body to digest them. In their natural form, complex carbohydrates are not fattening.