Skip the quick fix that a cup of coffee might give you and try these helpful alternative to keep you energized throughout out your day!
#1 Reach for Protein: Snack on something with at least 10 grams of protein to produce a steady rise in blood sugar and energy levels, and counteract the “Carb Crash”.
#2 Drink Your H2O: This gets heart pump stronger, boosting bloodflow to your brain. Dehydration is a particularly sneaky energy vampire. Even just 1.5% loss in normal water volume can result in fatigue, inability to concentrate, and mood changes
#Say NO to Sugar: A sugary treat might deliver a quick energy boost—but it will also cause your blood sugar (and energy) to plummet later. Opt for a piece of gum, glass of water, protein snack, or walk outside: These will give you just what you need to get that pep back in the step.
#4 Take a Walk: Regular physical activity increases energy and fights fatigue by raising levels of mood-boosting serotonin as well as norepinephrine and dopamine, brain chemicals that give you vigor to your day.
#5 Laugh It Up: Laughing is considered positive stress, that decreases hormones like cortisol and epinephrine and can produce physical effects similar to light exercise. Laughter stretches your muscles, and causes your pulse and blood pressure to rise, and makes you breathe faster, all of which can help put a little pep in your step!
Now you can have the energy you need to keep you going through your day!
Fit Chic