Energy: Are You Tired of Being Tired??

Are you finding that you are running out of energy by the end of the day?  I like to ask my clients this question ~ on a scale of 1 to 10, where is your energy level (1 being too pooped to participate and 10 being ~ oh yeah baby, bring it on!)?  Many people answer this question with 5 or lower.  If you are also one of the many people who are finding they just don't have the get up and go that they would like, here is some information to hopefully help you get your Energy levels back up and have you raring to go! : )

What Causes Fatigue & Energy Loss

• low or fluctuating blood sugar (eating fast food and processed food)
• nutritional deficiency
• lack of exercise... resulting in lack of oxygen
• carrying extra pounds (this is tiring & hard on joints)

• insufficient sleep (hard to navigate the day)
• stress
• depression & mental overload
• illness (& being on medications)

Foods that Zap Energy

• Refined Carbohydrates - white flour, sugar, treats
• Fried & Fatty Foods
• Caffeine drinks
• Juices, Fruit Drinks and Pop

• Alcohol
• Processed Foods ~ white bread, packaged foods, pastries, crackers
• Foods you are allergic/sensative to (get tested if you feel you are allergic to a food)

Energy ~ The Natural Way

• fresh vegetables ~ 6 - 9 per day
• fruits ~ 2 - 3 per day
• nuts
• chia seeds
• berries
• beans & legumes
• pure water
• fish ( the Omega's help with brain function and gives you a boost!)

Also:

1. Get 8 - 12 hours of sleep (depending on age)
2. Exercise ~ get moving ~ after just taking a 10-minute walk every day, you will feel revved up for 2 hours according to a study in Personality and Social Psychology.
3. Laugh!  ~ A good laugh raises your blood pressure and boosts heart rate, too, which can pump you up when you’re feeling sluggish, says Robert R. Provine, PhD, author of Laughter.
4. Have the colour red around you ~ Seeing the fiery color makes your muscles move faster and work harder, giving you a burst of energy when you need it most, according to University of Rochester research.
5. Maintain a Healthy Weight ~ being overweight drains energy from you and puts strain on your joints, bones and ligaments.  

Products to consider that Shaklee Provides to help with Energy:

• Shaklee180 Program
  
• B-Complex
• Vitalizer
• Shaklee180 Smoothies/Energizing Soy
• Vivix
• CorEnergy

Add These for Extra Ooomph:

• Energy Tea
• Energy Chews
• Performance Hydrating Drink