DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE:
The 3 Biggest Reasons Why You’re Always Tired
by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD
Your Breakfast Needs a Makeover
• A balanced breakfast is key. Nothing too large, and certainly more than nothing at all. Breakfast literally means to “break the fast” from the night’s sleep. You are turning on your body’s metabolism. Without any fuel, your gas tank can’t run efficiently and make your body move.
• It’s also not a bad idea to start the day with a higher carb serving to wake up your brain, and slowly taper your carb portions throughout the day. And don’t forget about the protein to keep you satiated for longer.
You Sit All Day
• When you go right from your car to your desk chair, your body remains in an idle stance and decreases circulation. Sitting for long periods of time also restricts oxygen flow to the brain.
• Try getting up every 45-50 minutes and take a short walk, stretch or simply go use the restroom. If you can get out in the sun for a short break, it will increase serotonin, the “feel-good hormone,” and you’ll return to work more refreshed, and likely more productive.
You’re Dehydrated
• You may not realize that you’re dehydrated, but chances are pretty high that you are. Being dehydrated can cause us to feel sluggish, disoriented and irritated. If you feel thirsty, you are already dehydrated.
• Be sure to drink at least 16 ounces of water with each meal, and supplement with more water throughout the day. You can also change up how you get your fluids. Fruit is a great way to get in extra fluids, (think watermelon, which is 91% water) and other citrus-type fruits as well.
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