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Need a quick burst of energy? Instead of brewing a pot of coffee, try splashing cold water on your face. According to a study in the journal Clinical Neurophysiology, you’ll feel invigorated faster than if you downed a latte.
Researchers at Ohio State found that people who were stressed over credit card debt had lower energy levels and worse overall health than those who weren’t in debt.
Regardless of the egg recipes you use, eggs are packed with long-acting, energy-boosting protein, according to a study published in Nutrition Today. Eat them early in the day to get the biggest benefit.
Sitting all day can deplete your energy and leave you feeling cranky, but a short walk may be all you need to feel happier and more energetic. A recent study published in the International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity found that people who took a five-minute walk once an hour experienced increase energy, improved moods, decreased levels of fatigue and reduced food cravings.
Yoghurt is packed with complex carbohydrates, protein and fibre, which provide a sustained burst of energy.
This aromatic herb has been shown to improve physical exhaustion and mental fatigue. It is also believed to boost memory retention and soothe headaches.
If you feel like you’re constantly running on empty, you may be low on the mineral magnesium, according to WebMD. When you’re not getting enough of this essential nutrient, your body has to work harder to regulate heart rate and break glucose down into energy. As a result, you feel exhausted. The recommended daily intake of magnesium is around 300 milligrams for women and 350 milligrams for men. Nuts, whole grains and fish are all good sources of magnesium.
Chia seeds are right up there with kale on the list of superfoods we’re all sick of hearing about, but there are few foods that pack such a powerful and sustained energy punch, according to eatthis.com. Add two tablespoons of chia seeds to a cup of unsweetened almond milk, then refrigerate until a thick pudding forms. Top with cinnamon for a healthy and delicious afternoon snack.
Your happy hour habit or that glass of wine you reward yourself with after you get the kids to bed might be messing with your sleep and zapping your energy levels, according to WebMD. While alcohol can initially make you feel drowsy, it also increases your stress hormones, which can disrupt your sleep late at night and lead to insomnia.
Chewing peppermint gum won’t just give you fresh breath, according to a 2009 study at the University of Rhode Island, it will also make you feel more awake. In the study, participants chewed gum for an hour in the morning and reported feeling more energetic afterwards. Mint is known to increase alertness as effectively as a splash of cold water.
