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what do you suggest for good, natural, energy?

I don't want to drink caffeine - but I need something healthy & natural to gain some energy. I want to be able to work out, but can't because I'm always so tired. I know that IF I exercise, I'll have energy, but I can't muster up enough to even exercise ... help.

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  • 1 decade ago
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    There are several foods scientifically proven to boost energy, and they include:

    -Potatoes, rich in Vitamin C, copper, magnesium, potassium, fiber, and iron.

    -Carrots, which are extremely high in beta-carotene, also high in fiber and minerals.

    -Beans, an excellent source of protein, are also high in iron and fiber content.

    -Fruits such as cantaloupe and bananas, each with an abundance of vitamins, carbohydrates, and high in fiber. Ripe bananas are almost equally comparable to table sugar in the energy department but do not contribute to ‘sugar-crash,’ a term used to define the slow, sluggish aftereffects of eating too many sugary candies,

    etc.

    -Shredded wheat cereals, which are slow to digest, leaving blood sugar levels stabilized.

    -Water, which keeps the body hydrated. Dehydration can zap energy levels quickly.

    HEALTHY, NATURAL TIPS FOR ENERGY

    -Get Enough Sleep: Lack of sleep can and does lead to chronic fatigue. The body requires sleep to rebuild strength from each day’s wear and tear.

    -Get the Right Foods: Eating enough, and enough of the right foods, is critical. Deprivation of foods can lead to both fatigue and depression.

    -Steer Clear of caffeine, alcohol, and sugar. All are proven to affect rest.

    -Check with your physician about your iron levels. Lack of this important mineral will

    most definitely keep you from feeling your best.

    -Don’t Skip Breakfast: It rewinds the body after a night of rest, regulates blood sugar and helps boost your first and most important level of energy for the day.

    **If you find yourself interested in dietary supplements or products that promise extra energy, ask your physician or pharmacist for help in deciding upon which they may recommend.**

  • 1 decade ago

    eat healthier and eat foods that the body has less trouble breaking down. the longer it takes for your body to process food, the less energy you have for other things. so eat less dairy and meat, more veggies and fruits.

    also, start taking a green shake. you canbuy them at any health food store or nutrition shop. its like a protein shake, but its a powder form made out of lots veggies. this gives you soooo much energy, and its really good for the body and immune system. i have one for breakfast everyday, or when i need fast food. you can buy flavored ones, or add it to juice.

    you can also start taking Maca root. its a very safe adoptagenic herb that increases stamina and energy, unlike the rush that caffeine gives you. its great for balancing hormones, you just have to be consistent with it to see results. i gave to my bf every morning before work in his shake, and he loved it! it works better once youve taken it for a couple of weeks. and a little goes a looong way. p.s. its also a libido enhancer for men and women... so just a warning :)

    o yea and only drink water, train yourself to only drink water and lots of it! thats natures best energy source

    good luck!

    Source(s): studying nutrition, and use my own advice
  • caffeine is natural. and it's not bad unless you are drinking 12 cups day. just try one cup of black coffee. yum yum in your tum.

  • 1 decade ago

    motivation

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    fruit..... OR YOU COULD ATTACH SOLAR PANALS TO UR BUTT!!! :) lolololol oh but ya fruit. mainly appples.

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