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10 Simple Ways to Naturally Increase Your Energy
by Annika Rockwell
- Eat protein at every meal :
One of the most important ways to balance your blood sugar and keep energy levels high is to include protein at every meal, breakfast and snacks included. The best protein sources include fish, organic meat, chicken, eggs, yogurt, whey protein powder or protein-rich nutrional supplements. Consider making a healthy smoothie for breakfast or snacks using Paleomeal or other healthy organic whey protein, frozen fruit, and some almond milk.
- Limit sugar and caffeine intake :
It might sound bizarre, but sugar and caffeine supply instant energy, but a few hours later, and in the long term, they will only make you more tired. Sugar, fructose corn syrup, and caffeine weaken your adrenal glands, which in turn are responsible for your energy levels. So, by consuming sugar and caffeine, you are weakening your body's natural energy system. You must wean yourself off of these! Try having one cup of decaffeinated green tea instead. If you must sweeten your food or beverage, try using Xylitol.
- Take nutritional supplements :
Even eating a "perfect" diet does not supply enough key nutrients, such as Carnitine, CoQ10, magnesium, B-complex, and Omega 3s, for optimal energy levels. Taking nutritional supplements is necessary to ensure adequate nutrients in your system and to cover any deficiencies.
- Check for food intolerances or allergies :
Most people with low grade food allergies and sensitivities are unaware of it because the symptoms are as subtle as low energy and difficulty losing weight. Some of the most common food sensitivities are to wheat (gluten) and dairy (casein). If there is a food you love and eat single every day, try eliminating it for two weeks and see if your energy increases.
- Check for yeast overgrowth in the intestines :
Gas, bloating, and carbohydrate or sugar cravings are often caused by yeast overgrowth which in turn causes low energy levels. A nutritionist can help you determine whether this may be the case, or you can take a Candida questionnaire assessment. Limiting refined carbohydrates and taking supplements to combat Candida can remedy this problem and renew your energy.
- Check you overall health :
Make sure you do not have any medical conditions that can cause fatigue. These include low thyroid function, low iron, high iron (hemochromatosis), and a range of other ailments which can be determined by blood tests.
- Get enough sleep :
We all need different amounts of sleep to wake up feeling rested. Figure out how much your body needs so that you are able to wake up without an alarm clock.
- Find a balanced exercise routine :
Exercising too much or too little can cause low energy levels. If you are a stressed, don't pick a stressful form of exercise such as running or aerobics. Instead, try Pilates, Tai Chi, yoga, lifting weights, or walking. Exercise should leave you refreshed, not wiped out. You must include exercise into your routine at least three times a week.
- Maintain emotional stability :
This is important to avoid sleepless nights, which stresses the body. Our emotional health is important in order to avoid the stress and worry that often leads to reduced sleep quality, and affect our energy each day.
- Don't work too much :
If you work long hours and have a stressful job, make sure to schedule leisure activity on the weekends rather than more work. Making time to unwind makes you more productive in other areas of your life.
Darlene Zagata is a freelance writer and poet. Her work has appeared in several electronic and print
publications. She is a columnist for Child Care Magazine and a staff writer for Ritro.com. She is
also the editor of Thought Fragments, a poetry ezine for the new and emerging poet and The Write
Way Ezine, a general interest publication. © 2001
Email Darlene.
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