Energy Boosting Remedies
ByOne of the quickest ways to restore energy is to drink up. But forget that chronic caffeine fix. Caffeine can lead to a quick energy burst, but it usually results in restlessness and insomnia later. Caffeine also stresses the adrenal gland and can lead to other long term health complications.
Exercise is good for boosting energy levels
Instead drink water. Our bodies and brains are 70% water. So filling up on the minimum 8 glasses daily is like putting fuel in your gas tank. If you must go to caffeine for a pick-me-up, try green tea. It contains
approximately 30-40mgs of caffeine per cup, roughly half the amount found in coffee. Green tea is also less
acidic than coffee and it contains powerful antioxidants and amino acids that function as great natural
energy boosters and improve vitality.
Exercise is probably the best natural energy booster, outside of the foods we eat. This doesn’t have to mean you joining a gym or spending money on equipment – going for a walk every day is a good place to start.
Yoga or T’ai chi are also good for energy.
Sleep is the most natural remedy for increasing natural energy levels. Experts recommend at least 8 hours of sleep per night. If your schedule does not allow for 8 hours of sleep each night, experiment by going to bed 15-30 minutes earlier than normal or taking a quick nap.
Also, try to avoid caffeine after 2pm as it can interfere with your quality of sleep. Just because you are physically able to fall asleep after drinking caffeine does not mean it isn’t impacting your quality of rest and recovery. Allow your body to get the most out of your 5-8 hours by avoiding caffeine after 2pm. Increasing the amount of sleep you get by as little as 20minutes can be one of the simplest natural energy boosters to incorporate into your life.
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6 Comments
April 2nd, 2009 at 4:25 am
Very interesting and informative article.
April 2nd, 2009 at 5:02 am
Yes … feeling the effects of my 4:30 pm coffee now… ah well, it was tasty
April 2nd, 2009 at 8:18 am
I like the t’ai chi and yoga ,,,also watermelon – high in folate, vit B which helps prevent birth defects and is a quick easily digested energy kick!
April 27th, 2009 at 1:59 pm
I stopped drinking coffee a couple of years ago.
When I have those really bad days and feel like I need a coffee I take antioxidants. I had no idea something so healthy could be so powerful. I get absolutely boosted with energy without the negative side effects. I highly recommend it.
June 3rd, 2009 at 6:52 am
Thanks for taking the time to discuss this, I feel strongly about it and love learning more on this topic. If possible, as you gain expertise, would you mind updating your blog with more information? It is extremely helpful and beneficial to your readers
June 3rd, 2009 at 7:05 am
of course I will