Need to recharge your batteries?

Do you also struggle to get through the day due to lack of energy? Or do you feel like you already start the day tired? This is not uncommon, most people suffer from energy dips from time to time, or feel tired or sluggish every now and then. The important thing then is to listen to your body and restore your energy levels.

Finding the right balance

Nowadays, everyday life is very busy and sometimes demanding, making it harder to find the right balance. After all, the daily routine demands a lot from yourself and your body: work/study, your household, your social network, …. Moreover, you may also experience a brief energy dip after illness because the body has worked hard to overcome harmful invaders. Therefore, when our body signals that it needs to take a breather, it is important to take time to take care of yourself.

How can you boost your energy levels?

Fatigue can have several causes such as unhealthy or poorly varied diet that can result in vitamin and mineral deficiencies, insufficient exercise or, on the contrary, too much strenuous physical activity or too much stress. Your energy is therefore inextricably linked to a healthy lifestyle. Want to boost your energy levels? Then get started quickly with the tips below.

A good night’s sleep

Sleep is key to recovering from the efforts the body has to make during the day. Therefore, getting enough sleep is essential to prevent daytime fatigue. Creating a bedtime ritual can help with this, such as going to bed and getting up at a set time. How much sleep a person needs varies from person to person. So go to bed on time and try to find out how much sleep you need every day. If you want more sleep tips to start your day rested, check out our blog here.

Keep your body moving

When we feel tired, we usually have the urge to plop down on the couch, when in fact the solution can be found in exercise. Although exercise such as running and cycling takes energy, it can also provide an extra boost. When you exercise, your body starts producing endorphins. This happy hormone makes you experience less stress and at the same time makes you feel more energetic. Moreover, exercising is good for our blood circulation. If you exercise outdoors, you also get the positive effects of the sun. But don’t forget that your body is energised by the right balance between rest and action, so don’t feel guilty about taking the time to rest or curl up on the sofa now and then.

If you want to do something other than just walking, discover original ways to move more here.

Reduce your stress

Stress can be exhausting when you experience it constantly. Are there certain factors in your life that cause you extra stress? Then take enough time to see how you can tackle them. You could combine this with a brisk walk in nature to clear your head completely. Moreover, sunlight can also do wonders for your energy levels.

Drink enough water

A healthy adult body consists of 55% to 60% water. So water is very important which is why a deficiency can lead to fatigue. This is because water ensures that nutrients get to the cells and waste products are transported out of the cells. Moreover, it gives extra reinforcement to our immune system. Besides drinking enough water, water can also be relaxing for your body. Just think of taking a nice hot bath, going for a swim in the nearest pool or in the sea.

Healthy food is our body’s fuel

The most important source of energy is food. Healthy food is the basis of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that the body needs to function properly. Therefore, eating enough fruits and vegetables is very important as they are packed with vitamins, minerals and fibre. If you don’t eat enough or eat one-sidedly, you won’t get enough nutrients and your body won’t have enough fuel resulting in feeling sluggish. So start the day with a good breakfast to get your metabolism going and maintain it by eating regularly and choosing healthy snacks in between. Also choose slow sugars in your diet such as vegetables, fruit, nuts and dried fruits, these pay off better in the long run than fast, sugary snacks that can put you back in a slump after half an hour.

Nutritional supplements

Finally, nutritional supplements can be an extra addition to your diet to provide support to get more energy. There are several vitamins and minerals that help reduce fatigue. Below, we have briefly listed the most important ones.

• B vitamins: All B vitamins contribute to energy metabolism so that the body has enough fuel to function optimally for an entire day. They promote the burning of fats, carbohydrates and proteins from the diet and thereby release energy. If you want to know more about the properties of B vitamins, click here.
• Vitamin C: Besides supporting normal energy metabolism and reducing fatigue, vitamin C supports also the normal function of the immune system. In our blog, you can find out when it is necessary to take extra vitamin C or what the consequences of a deficiency might be.
• Magnesium: The second most abundant mineral in our bodies is magnesium. Among other things, it supports enzymes that release energy and so magnesium helps reduce fatigue. If you are curious what other processes in the body magnesium is involved in, check out our blog here.
• Copper: Many important enzymes in our body contain copper as a cofactor, which is why it contributes to normal energy metabolism.
• Iodine: The thyroid gland needs iodine to work properly, as it is an important trace element for the production of thyroid hormones. In addition, it helps release energy from food, and thus supports normal energy metabolism.
• Manganese: Manganese is part of the composition of several enzymes that play a role in energy metabolism, among other things.

So when we want to boost our energy levels, it is important to watch your diet, get enough exercise and drink. In addition, supplements can certainly give that extra boost.

MultiEssentials energy

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• °Magnesium, folate and vitamins B2, B3, B5, B6 and C help reduce fatigue.
• Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, C, magnesium, manganese, copper and iodine support normal energy metabolism.
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