Millions of people get up every day tired. They push themselves to get to work or other activities with a cup of coffee in one hand and a carbohydrate in the other. There is a momentary pick up of energy only to crash by early afternoon.
There are many possible causes of low energy. Certain medications, illnesses, and medical conditions play a role. Aside from those causes, most people suffer from chronic low energy that can be resolved with a little bit of effort. First, you need to identify the underlying causes. The most common causes of low energy are as follows:
- Poor digestion
- Food sensitivities
- Free radical damage
- Adrenal exhaustion
- Hypoglycemia
- Hypothyroidism
- Poor sleep
- Stress and/or anxiety
- Toxins in the body
- Perfectionism
- Malnutrition
- Chronic pain
- Hormonal imbalances
Lack of energy is a major concern among Americans, along with depression and allergies. Your energy level is a good indicator of your vitality or your energy reserves. It is your energy reserves that assist the body in remaining healthy and resilient under physical or emotional stress. You can drink your coffee, eat your sugar and carbs, or take a stimulant/medication but that only masks the underlying problem. If you truly want to increase your energy and vitality, then you need to start with the basics like your diet and digestion. It is also important to eliminate any food sensitivities that you are aware of. After you clean up your diet, then you look at your mental and emotional health. Are your thoughts and emotions in a healthy balance? Just as you choose the foods you eat, you also choose your thoughts and emotions.
There are many ways to increase your energy and improve your health. Here are some starting points:
1. Create better work/life balance
2. Get regular aerobic exercise
3. Eat snacks high in protein and low in carbs
4. Eat more raw foods
5. Cut out caffeine, sugar, and simple carbs
6. Add a B complex
7. Avoid top 8 allergens if you have food sensitivities
8. Start you day with a protein breakfast
9. Change your reaction to stress
10. Work with essential oils
Also, it is important to remember that our health and well-being is affected by what we think, say, and feel. Learn how to work with your energetic bodies so you can resolve imbalances BEFORE they become a physical problem. If you would like to take a deeper dive into your healing process to increase your energy level and state of health, please reach out to me. I would be happy to assist.
