Sometimes, you can't really seem to do much about the fatigue. No time for a nap, caffeine has done all it can do (or made things worse), what's left?
After doing a little research, I think I've come up with a list of fool-proof fatigue-fighters that can be tried anytime of day:
- Hydrate - drink water regularly throughout the day
- Do stretches and take walks every few hours to air out your brain
- Eat several small meals throughout the day (rather than three large ones) to avoid major lull periods in between meals
- Snack on foods like fruit, yogurt, whole-wheat bagels with cheese or peanut butter, and eggs to get an energy boost
- 20 minute power naps (these work magical wonders)
- Find something to laugh at for a few minutes - it'll perk you up and make you pay attention to something :)
- If you must have caffeine, choose green tea over coffee or pop. It has a little caffeine, but also lots of antioxidants
- Pull on your hair. Gently. This can encourage a little more blood flow into your skull and brain
And here's a fun fact (but not really): If you're having issues with fatigue for an extended period of time, get checked for a UTI. In some cases, fatigue can be the only sign of an urinary tract infection.
So, that's my list, but what I have I missed? What do you do to fight that midday fatigue?
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