Most of us could use a little extra energy any day of the week. Try one or all of these tips from Today's Health and Wellness Magazine.
1. Massage. Who doesn't love a massage? Research shows that massage helps relax and reduces muscle soreness, anxiety and chronic pain. It's a great rejuvenator! We are lucky enough to have licensed massage therapist come here to work once a week for a 20 minute chair massage. It's great for office morale too.
2. Eat combo foods. If you get tired right after lunch, chances are it's what you ate. Eat meals and snacks that contain a combination of healthy carbs, protein and fat. No high-sugar treat - they only cause you to crash later.
3. Healthy fats. What?! Fats are healthy? Yes, certain ones are such as olive, canola, sesame and peanut oils, nuts; avocados and fish are are excellent sources of energy and omegas. Healthy fats are needed for low-intensity activity such as walking. Keep a bag of nuts at your desk for snacking.
4. Caffeine. A cup of coffee or a quick energy shot with caffeine provide a moderate amount of caffeine for mental focus.
5. Exercise. But you say you are too tired to exercise? It may be difficult to get going, but once you do the activity will trigger cells in the body to produce more energy. Take a quick walk at lunch or right after work - you will be amazed at how much energetic you feel afterwords.
6. Magnesium. This mineral plays an important role in energy metabolism. Nuts, low-fat yogurt, spinach, halibut, whole-grain cereals, barley and beans are good sources.
7. Vitamin D. Deficiency in vitamin D may cause muscle weakness, aches, pains, fatigue or irritability. The easiest way is to take a vitamin D supplement of at least 1000 IU per day.
8. Light. Bright light decreases melatonin production and wakes up your body.
9. Get Sleep. Make sure you are getting enough sleep. Go to bed at the same time, skip the nightcap, eat light at night, relax before bed, and make sure your mattress is comfortable.
10. See Your Doctor. If you are still exhausted after a good night's sleep or are constantly tired, see your doctor. You may have chronic fatigue. A simple blood test can often identify the cause.
1. Massage. Who doesn't love a massage? Research shows that massage helps relax and reduces muscle soreness, anxiety and chronic pain. It's a great rejuvenator! We are lucky enough to have licensed massage therapist come here to work once a week for a 20 minute chair massage. It's great for office morale too.
2. Eat combo foods. If you get tired right after lunch, chances are it's what you ate. Eat meals and snacks that contain a combination of healthy carbs, protein and fat. No high-sugar treat - they only cause you to crash later.
3. Healthy fats. What?! Fats are healthy? Yes, certain ones are such as olive, canola, sesame and peanut oils, nuts; avocados and fish are are excellent sources of energy and omegas. Healthy fats are needed for low-intensity activity such as walking. Keep a bag of nuts at your desk for snacking.
4. Caffeine. A cup of coffee or a quick energy shot with caffeine provide a moderate amount of caffeine for mental focus.
5. Exercise. But you say you are too tired to exercise? It may be difficult to get going, but once you do the activity will trigger cells in the body to produce more energy. Take a quick walk at lunch or right after work - you will be amazed at how much energetic you feel afterwords.
6. Magnesium. This mineral plays an important role in energy metabolism. Nuts, low-fat yogurt, spinach, halibut, whole-grain cereals, barley and beans are good sources.
7. Vitamin D. Deficiency in vitamin D may cause muscle weakness, aches, pains, fatigue or irritability. The easiest way is to take a vitamin D supplement of at least 1000 IU per day.
8. Light. Bright light decreases melatonin production and wakes up your body.
9. Get Sleep. Make sure you are getting enough sleep. Go to bed at the same time, skip the nightcap, eat light at night, relax before bed, and make sure your mattress is comfortable.
10. See Your Doctor. If you are still exhausted after a good night's sleep or are constantly tired, see your doctor. You may have chronic fatigue. A simple blood test can often identify the cause.
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