Say NO to low-energy days
There’s nothing worse than a low-energy day as we head into the holiday season – except maybe a string of low-energy days.
The best way to combat low-energy is by taking care of yourself. Caffeine and those chemical-laden energy drinks are a waste of money and dangerous for your health.
- Go to bed at a reasonable hour. Studies have shown that getting a couple of hours of sleep before midnight is especially helpful.
- Get 6-8 hours of sleep each night. Individual needs vary, but usually fall in this range.
- Drink water as your primary beverage. Cut out all sodas and caffeinated beverages. Limit your alcohol consumption to no more than two drinks a day, and no more than five drinks a week. Drink a glass of water for every alcoholic beverage you consume.
- Eat a minimum of 5 servings of vegetables a day, and make at least one of those leafy greens (spinach, kale, etc.).
- Cut out the sugar and sweeteners. They may give you a boost, but it’s only a temporary feeling before the crash.
- Exercise every day. Do something that makes you break a sweat, and then keep it up for 10 more minutes. Exercise helps you sleep better, metabolize food better, and helps reduce stress.
- Cut back on animal proteins. They take more energy to digest, and you want that energy for other tasks.
