Heatwaves can leave you feeling drained and lethargic, especially after working out. It’s tempting to hit up your barista for a triple-shot iced latte, but why not get a caffeine fix and a sweet snack at the same time?

Enter: hazelnut and coffee balls. These bite-sized morsels are filled with potassium, manganese and magnesium (from the gooey Medjool dates, sweet coconut and crunchy hazelnuts) to help muscles recover from a tough workout. Plus, the combination of carbs, fats and proteins gives your body a nutritious boost of energy when you’re feeling deflated from the sweltering temperatures. That iced coffee can wait for another day…

What? WholyMe Relief Balm, £39

What is it? An all-natural topical balm designed to target localised aches and pains caused by fatigued or over-worked muscles and joints.

The verdict: “DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) tends to hit me pretty hard after an intense leg workout so I applied a thin layer of the thick, honey-coloured balm to my quads after a heavy weight-lifting session. Despite containing several different oils, the balm isn’t greasy. I was surprised that it didn’t feel sticky underneath my clothing and when I applied it before bed, it didn’t ruin my sheets.

What excited me most is what the organic balm does not contain: it’s free from parabens, silicones, synthetics, mineral oils and alcohol – and is made with non-GMO ingredients. While I still felt sore the next day, the ache wasn’t as severe as it usually is – so I believe the ingredients were effective in soothing my muscles and aiding in their recovery.

I justified the higher price point by getting as much use out of the product as possible: in addition to alleviating muscle soreness, I also apply it to areas of dry skin for added hydration. Also, the chic glass jar looks beautiful on my shelf.”