Marypause50 ~10 years later still a blog about gardens, simplicity, friendships, gratitude, health,

Up Your Energy ~ Instantly

   So now is the time of year when we have lots to do, places to go, people to see. We are entertaining & we need energy to accomplish all the work & fun that summertime has to offer. Here are a few tips from Family Circle Mag & a few of my own.
~ Get centered. Two to three minutes of mindful breathing focusing of deep inhales & exhales will release tension, reduce stress, raise your alertness. So if you don’t have time for a nap (see below)... breath!
~ Eat a balanced between meal snack. This includes a low-glycemic carb, healthy fat & protein. Try hummus & veggies, apples & peanut butter, Clif bar or similar energy/protein bar. Right now I am hooked on Clif’s coconut & chocolate chip flavor... yum.
~ Make a change. Like a new lip color. Try L’Oreal’s Colour Caresse Lip ‘Gloss’ in Rose On And On or one of the other 11 inexpensive but awesome shades. A+ from this tester!
~ Power nap time! If you drink 6-oz. of iced coffee then take a 25 minute nap, you will wake up ready to go. Not too late in the day for this one or the caffeine effects may linger... Perfect before a night out.
~ Take a D3 Vitamin supplement, 1,000 IU daily. Being deficient can make you sluggish. Have your levels checked at your next checkup. You may need more.
~ I must include consistent exercise on this list. Five minutes a day to start perhaps. A few extra steps here & there. Thirty minutes of yoga ... You will feel the energy.
~ Most of all, have fun. Activities that make you laugh will boost your mood-enhancing hormones & give you more energy.

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