At least once, each of you will have experienced a feeling of sudden tiredness almost immediately after lunch and have felt the desire to take an afternoon nap, if only there was no obligation to get back to work immediately. The afternoon drops in energy may be due to numerous factors, but it is still possible to try to counter them by trying to put some small advice into practice, starting with the choice of foods with which to enrich your lunch.
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Each of you will have experienced a sensation of i at least onceSudden fatigue almost immediately after lunch and to feel the desire to dedicate oneself to a afternoon nap, if only there was no obligation to get back to work immediately. The afternoon drops in energy it can be due to a number of factors, but it is still possible to try to counter them by trying to put some small advice into practice, starting with the choice of foods with which to enrich your lunch.
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Choose the right foods
Consume a lunch excessively rich in simple sugars it can raise our energy levels on the spot, but drop them sharply to peak after a short time. It is therefore better to move towards meals in which complex carbohydrates, proteins and vitamins are present in a balanced way. For example, it is possible to combine whole grains, such as rice, legumes, such as chickpeas or beans, and seasonal vegetables.
Move more
Do it consistently physical exercise, even light as long as it is daily, helps the body to raise its energy levels. The ideal solution would be to dedicate part of the lunch break to a short walk, also involving your colleagues. Those who bring packed lunches could try to walk to the nearest park or square to stop for lunch.
Get enough sleep
Our body needs to recharge its energy rest for at least 7 or 8 hours a night. Perfect balance is achieved by going to sleep and waking up at the same time every day of the week. If you really feel tired during the day, it is good to dedicate 15 minutes to a short moment of regenerating rest.
Listen to music
Music allows our brain to wake up the moment you listen to it. If it is not possible to listen to it while working, a solution could be to turn on the radio while driving to get to work or to have a music player and headphones while traveling by train or bus, or even during the lunch break.
Fare stretching
If we find ourselves in front of the PC screen and our eyelids are about to close inexorably, let's try devote a few minutes to stretching, for example by standing up, lifting on toes and stretching the arms upwards as much as possible. This exercise will get the circulation moving again and help us feel more awake.
Drink more
To maintain constant supply of water in our body will help keep energy levels more stable. You should always remember to drink, especially on the hottest days, perhaps keeping a bottle and a glass on your desk at hand. It is also good to consume water-rich foods, such as watermelon, cantaloupe, grapes, and lettuce.
Indulge in a laugh
Laughing is truly a cure-all both against fatigue and against stress. Even in the most serious situations it is therefore good not to forget your sense of humor and try to recreate situations of cordiality and sympathy even at work. A laugh will help everyone get back to work more willingly.
Energizing fragrances
Smelling the right perfume can help us feel sI am a little better in case of low energy and sudden fatigue. Among the most energizing fragrances are those of citrus fruits. It is possible to pour a few drops of sweet orange or lemon essential oil in the center of a handkerchief to breathe in the aroma or spread them using an essence burner.
To say no
Saying yes to any proposal, especially if unwelcome, will lead to increasing your stress levels and making you feel deprived of free time to dedicate to yourself to recharge your batteries. A rejuvenating afternoon to spend choosing your favorite activity can only be a good medicine against stress and fatigue.
Drink coffee in moderation
According to experts, drinking too much coffee leads the body to move farther and farther forward one's level of tolerance to caffeine, so much so that we are forced to research it more and more to obtain the desired energizing effect. Before the morning cup of coffee or lunch becomes ineffective, better to limit yourself to taking it only in case of need, also avoiding drinking coffee in the late evening in order to be able to rest better.
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Marta Albè
