ENERGY BOOSTERS

Boosting Energy with Lifestyle Changes

There are many energy Booster and supplements available in the market. Like:

• Caffeine
• Herbal sources of caffeine and related compounds like guarana, yerba mate, and kola nut
• Green tea
• Capsaicin (red pepper)
• Ginseng

Will these supplements boost energy? Yes. Stimulants like these will probably rev up your metabolism temporarily and give you a lift. Are their effects superior to -- or even different from -- what you’d derive from a cup of coffee? Probably not.

While they might seem quaint when compared to the newest formulation of energy drink, there are more conventional ways to boost your energy.

• Sleep. Start with the stone-cold obvious: if you’re feeling tired and low on energy, sleep more. Getting into good habits before bed – called sleep hygiene by the experts – really might help. Aim for seven to eight hours a night. Quick naps during the day – just 20-30 minutes – can also leave you feeling energized.
• Exercise. “Really, the best way to have more energy is to have a more active lifestyle,” says Clemens. It might seem counter-intuitive, but exerting yourself will make you feel more energized, not less. One 2006 review looked at 70 different studies of the effects of exercise and energy levels. The result? Over 90% of the studies showed the same thing: sedentary people who started an exercise program had less fatigue and more energy.
• Eat a healthy diet. There’s no special energy diet. But for overall health, experts recommend a diet with lots of fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean proteins

You’ve heard it before, but better health includes appropriate diet, moderation and variety of foods, and appropriate exercise.