Essential energy is the energy you need to feel at your best. When you have it, you feel like the day ahead is yours for the taking. But when you don’t, you might feel underpowered and like everything is too hard. Simple things like getting out of bed in the morning, making school lunches or getting to the gym can become a battle when your energy levels are low. It can often feel like you’re surviving the days, rather than thriving in them.

There are many things that make us tired and stress our body out, and restoring your energy levels takes a holistic approach. A combination of nutrition and lifestyle strategies can help to restore your energy levels so that whatever you want to do, you have the energy to do it.

The many reasons why you’re tired

Not enough quality sleep
Insufficient or excess physical activity
Psychological stress
Dehydration
Poor dietary intake - lack of micronutrients
Nutrient deficiencies (i.e. iron, B12, iodine)
Undereating - lack of macronutrients
Blood sugar imbalances
Increased inflammation
Infections (chronic or acute)
Toxic / chemical overload
Low thyroid function
Illnesses and diseases

The fatigue cycle

When you’re feeling tired and lacking in essential energy, you can easily find yourself stuck in “the fatigue cycle”. For many people this means that after a night of poor sleep, they find themselves reaching for a caffeine (and sugar) hit first thing in the morning. Rather than giving you that much-needed boost of energy, it only serves to keep you wired and tired throughout the day.

Did you know? Caffeine has a 6 hour half-life & a 12 hour ¼ life which means 1 cup of coffee at 10am = 1/4 cup of caffeine in your system at 10pm.
And so the cycle continues.

Tips for being more energised

When you’re lacking in energy, or stuck in the fatigue cycle, it can be hard to make your next move. But without a steady base of essential energy, you can start to lose the very best parts of yourself.

Restoring your energy levels will not happen overnight - and there’s no quick fix! - but don’t downplay the power of the foundational good habits:

Avoid alcohol or reduce your intake
Power up with adequate hydration
Eat right for you
Build restorative lifestyle habits to reduce your stress response

Supplement support for healthy energy levels

If you’re ticking the boxes already i.e. eating and sleeping well, reducing caffeine and alcohol intake; a supplement might be helpful to get your energy levels back on track and help you feel good again. Here’s our recommendations:

Nutritional Support
Multivitamin – BePure One
The B Vitamins - B12 in particular
Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Minerals for hydration
Magnesium for relaxation
Iron
Iodine
Selenium

Herbal Support
Adaptogenic herbs - Ashwagandha, found in Burnout Rescue
Calming herbs - Kava kava & Passionflower, found in Inner Calm