Tips for Feeling More Energetic
The side effects of that sleepiness range from memory problems to heart attack or stroke; it’s no surprise that you’d want to improve your energy levels.
Feeling sluggish? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 31.6 percent of US adults don’t get enough sleep, and it shows. The side effects of that sleepiness range from memory problems to heart attack or stroke; it’s no surprise that you’d want to improve your energy levels. A few new lifestyle habits will have you feeling more energetic in no time!
Pay attention to your plate
One of the easiest, yet most effective ways to increase your energy is to look to the food you eat. Consuming a well-balanced diet is key: certain factors, like getting your 5-a-day or adding some wholegrain carbohydrates to your meal, can make a particular difference in how energetic you’re feeling. Be sure to eat regularly throughout the day—including breakfast—and reach for a healthy snack as needed. Add fruits and vegetables to your plate to be sure you’re getting the nutrients your body needs, and incorporate starches like breads and potatoes for a fiber-induced energy boost.
Get those zzzs
This tip certainly shouldn’t come as a surprise. Getting enough sleep is a surefire way to combat tiredness and boost your daily energy levels. Eight hours is a good general benchmark for the average amount of sleep you should get each night but it’s important to consider factors like age and sleep quality for the best results. If you’ve been missing out on getting sufficient sleep for a while, chances are your body will need more shut-eye than normal to compensate. You can’t quite “catch up” after sleep deprivation, but you can rest up and start instilling better sleep habits to get your brain and body on-track for better sleep and higher energy levels.
Swallow some supplements
Not only can certain vitamins and supplements help to boost your energy, but a deficiency could be a cause of your fatigue in the first place. A lack of iron, vitamin B12, or vitamin D, for example, can cause anemia or other issues that will leave you feeling tired, even if you’re getting plenty of rest. Other options are formulated to help boost your energy levels, like Nicotinamide Mononucleotide (NMN), which your body converts into Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide, or NAD+, to convert nutrients into energy. Try NMN tablets from Calerie for not just an energy boost, but to help promote healthy aging and other benefits.
Work up a sweat
It might seem counterintuitive, but another great way to fight fatigue is with more exercise. You already know that the benefits of exercise include improving your mood and controlling your weight. But you might not have realized that it can also give you an energy boost, despite the effort it takes to get through your go-to workout. Regular exercise can boost your endurance (so you don’t tire out as easily) and help to keep your heart and lungs in better shape, giving your energy levels a natural increase. Another benefit? Exercising regularly can help you get better and deeper sleep, too, helping you tackle another healthy, energy-increasing habit.
Drink up
You’ve had it drilled into you since you were a kid: water is important. But did you know that dehydration can affect your energy levels? Studies show that not getting enough water can cause fatigue, as well as increased anxiety—which can, in turn, affect your sleep, making you even more tired. Not sure of just how much water you need to drink? Use the common 8 cups a day rule as a starting point and adjust accordingly to accommodate your physical activity levels or if you’re showing signs of dehydration.
By implementing these tips for feeling more energetic, you can not just fight fatigue but improve your health in general. If you’ve worked on these habits and don’t see an increase in your energy levels, check with your doctor to rule out any health conditions or other issues that might be leaving you feeling tired despite your supplements, exercise plan, and other lifestyle changes.
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