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5 TIPS FOR IMPROVED ENERGY

5 TIPS FOR IMPROVED ENERGY

#1: Try Deep Relaxing Breathing

In Chinese Medicine, the bodies energy is called "qi" (pronounced "chi"), and one of the most important ways we make qi is by breathing deeply. Stress, poor posture, a snug waistline, and bad habit are some of the reasons why our breath doesn't make it down to the bottom of our lungs. Diaphragmatic breathing, also known as belly breathing, is a simple way we can increase our qi energy and improve our stamina.

#2: Get a Good Night Sleep

Most of us know that 8 hours of sleep per night is optimal. But what many people don't know is that the time you fall asleep is vastly important also. Sleeping from 2 am to 10 am is not going to be as restful as sleeping from 10 pm to 6 am.

The reason why is because hormone secretion, body temperature, digestion, and other important body processes that follow a 24-hour cycle linked to the days natural cycle. The later in the evening we fall asleep and the later in the morning we wake up, the more out-of-sync our bodies cycle becomes. When you have gone to bed at 3 am and had your 8 hours and woke up the next morning at 11 am, you will have noticed that you feel worn down and not fully "with it".

Try to go to bed before 10 pm. It may be hard to get used to getting to bed at an early time, especially if you work late or if night-time is your downtime and you like to watch late-night television. But you'll be rewarded with increased energy, you will certainly feel better for it.

#3: Eliminate Energy Draining Foods From Your Diet

· Excess sugar - Excess sugar causes fluctuations in blood sugar, which can result in plummeting energy levels. Try to cut out all forms of refined sugar. Watch out for low-fat foods -- many have replaced fats with extra sugar, such as high-fructose corn syrup, added to make the food taste better.

· Lack of protein - With high-protein, low-carb diets being so popular, it's hard to believe it but insufficient protein is a common reason for fatigue. There are lots of sources of Proteins try to pack some almonds and nuts for a quick, tasty and easy protein snack.

· Too much caffeine - Although caffeine initially raises stress hormones and gives a rush of energy, consuming several cups or more of caffeine drinks per day can promote burnout. Try to gradually cut back to one cup a day.

· Not enough water - One of the most common reasons for low energy is not drinking enough water. The body is made of 80% water and is essential to keep well hydrated to function through your everyday life.

#4: Take 20 Minutes Every Day Just For You

Create some time for yourself somewhere where you take 20 to 30 minutes for yourself just relaxing and doing nothing (no watching tv or surfing the net). Pick up a book, listen to music, meditate, have a cup of tea, or try a new yoga pose. Do something that gives you a relaxing break from your hustle and bustle of daily life.

#5: Consider a Stress-Formula and Multivitamin

People who are under stress require more B vitamins. A stress formula and multivitamin are a great combination to give the body what he needs. The B-2 in a B complex can turn urine a bright yellow colour, this does not mean you are not getting the goodness from these products like most people believe.

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