Most of us chalk it up to having too much to do and not enough time to do it in, especially during extra-busy periods.
But often the true culprits are our everyday habits: what we eat, how we sleep, and how we cope emotionally. Listed below are some basic recharging changes that can help you tackle most, if not all of the energy stealers.
Energize Your Diet
Have breakfast... even if you don't feel hungry. You'll be a lot perkier:
Eat every three to four hours. Having three smallish meals and two snacks throughout the day can keep your blood sugar and energy levels stable all day long. A few meal ideas: a low-fat yogurt parfait with berries and a couple of tablespoons of whole-grain granola; salmon over mixed greens with whole-grain crackers; and beef tenderloin with a baked sweet potato and asparagus. Fill up on more fiber... the daily recommended suggestions: a bowl of raisin bran (5 grams of fiber per cup); black beans and cheese wrapped in a multigrain tortilla (beans have 7.5 grams per 1/2 cup; one tortilla has 5 grams); air-popped popcorn (3.6 grams per 3 cups); an apple with the skin (3.3 grams); and whole-wheat spaghetti (6.3 grams per cup). Fuel your body with omega-3s...found in fatty fish (such as tuna and salmon), walnuts, and canola oil, these essential fatty acids play a role in keeping you mentally alert. Stay hydrated always. You should be going every two to four hours to the loo and your urine should be clear or pale yellow in color. Tip: Besides drinking more, you can also consume foods that naturally contain water, such as yogurt, broccoli, carrots, and juicy fruits, like watermelons, oranges, and grapefruits. Also watch caffeine intake after noon. Typically, consuming a moderate amount of caffeine — 200 to 300 mg, the amount found in two to three cups of coffee — can make you more energetic and alert. But when caffeine is consumed in large quantities — or anytime in the afternoon or evening — the quality of your sleep that night can take a nosedive, leaving you with heavy eyelids the next day.
- Splash some water on your face or take a shower when you're feeling burned-out.
- Suit up in a "power" outfit to beat the blahs.
- Vent your feelings.
- Turn on some tunes.
- Let go of grudges.
- Take belly breaths.
- De-clutter a corner.
- Doing some good would also make you feel good
- Cut back on TV and computer time after 8 p.m
- Hide your alarm clock.
- Give your pet his own separate sleeping space.
- Lower the thermostat
- Skip the nightcap.
- Get your exercise.
- If you can't get to sleep within 15 minutes, get out and do something relaxing
- Write down your worries.
And there are many more….but organize the above and most of your stress factors would decide to take a holiday…. Leavin you much more energized until they decide to return….
WebMD Feature from "Redbook" MagazineBy Nancy Rones
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