I lost my energy day after day and I am tired hurry. What can I do to solve this problem.

Dt. Shabnam YeasminDietitian/Nutritionist3yrs exp

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1. Eat predominantly nutrient-dense foods Optimal energy metabolism (the process that converts food to energy) requires an abundance of vitamins and minerals. Every cell in our body can unlock its energy potential with the proper fuel from food. If we do not get enough nutrients from foods, we suffer from sub-optimal cellular energy metabolism, making us feel tired and sluggish. The best way to combat this is to choose foods that have a lot of nutrition per calorie. These include vegetables, beans, nuts, seeds, fruits, whole grains, and lean animal proteins. Refined breads, fried and fatty foods, sweets and desserts, and processed snack foods give us lots of calories with little nutrition, which is why youll feel so much better if you base your diet on minimally processed, whole foods. 2. Seek out foods high in antioxidants Antioxidants are the bodys scavengers of those damaging chemicals that tax our system and cause fatigue and lead to illness. Being that there are thousands of natural, protective antioxidants in fruits, vegetables, and other plant-based foods, a pill or processed food will never come close to what youll get from the whole food. 3. Focus on omega-3s Studies show that diets high in omega-3 fats improve mood, memory, and thinking, which are related to focus and energy. Try to get at least one excellent source of omega-3 fats a day: fish, flax seeds, flax oil, hemp seeds, hemp oil, leafy greens (think big salad), or walnuts. Omega-3 supplements such as fish oil can help but they should never replace a healthful diet. 4. Make breakfast a priority Yes, its easy to skip breakfast, and we even may feel virtuous doing so, as it appears to be a way to save calories. But it hurts us in the long run. Studies show that a good breakfast not only gets your metabolism going, but it will help keep you alert and satisfied until lunch. Bonus: healthy breakfast eaters set the stage for a full day of healthy eating. Swapping out processed foods like donuts, pastries, white bagels, cereal, and waffles for healthier options including fresh fruit, whole grain hot or cold cereal with nuts/seeds, whole grain bread with nut butter, or even last nights casserole are all good options. 6. Say yes to snacks Getting a near-steady supply of food energy throughout the day helps keep your blood sugar level and your energy level up. Letting yourself get too hungry causes your blood sugar to crash, leading to feelings of sluggishness and, often, cravings for junk food. But of course it is important to choose your snacks wisely. A smart snack will not come from a vending machine or in a 100-calorie pack; in fact, these foods typically do not provide the mental boost in energy that youre craving, and youre often left feeling even more tired than before. Real food is the best source of real energy. Combining complex carbs with protein and fat provides lasting energy, because the fiber, protein, and fat slow the release of sugar into the blood, helping to prevent energy dips and overeating. 7. Drink for energy Being properly hydrated is a very easy and effective way to keep your energy high. The body needs water, and lots of it, to function optimally. You can skip the vitamin waters and energy drinks which, unless youre an endurance athlete, just add unnecessary calories and expense. So keep a fresh and ready source of water by you at all times, and sip at least 1 cup every 2 hours. Tote a reusable bottle with you wherever you go. Bonus: all those extra trips to the restroom help you to move more. 8. Become the designated driver more often Since alcohol is a depressant, it can contribute to low energy. Ironically, it can also act as a stimulant several hours later, which can disrupt your sleep cycle and cause fatigue the next day. If you depend on a nightly drink to fall asleep or overindulge over the weekends, you may find that cutting out or down on alcohol improves your energy considerably. 9. Use caffeine wisely or not at all After a cup of coffee, it certainly feels as though youre getting an energy boost. But it really is not true energy?its a drug effect. So although youll feel a short-term boost, it will backfire when it wears off, because at that point the body realizes it has no real energy source and the result is exhaustion and hunger, typically followed by overeating. 10. Choose power foods 1. Almonds (or other nuts) 2. Avocado 3. Watercress (or arrugula, kale, collards, spinach, etc.) 4. Quinoa (or other intact whole grains such as millet, amaranth, brown rice, etc.) 5. Flax seeds (grind them before adding to foods) 6. White beans (or lentils, white beans, black beans, etc.) 7. Dates (or other dried fruit ? in moderation) 8. Blackberries (or strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, etc.) 9. Sea vegetables (nori, dulse, hijiki, etc.) 10. Edamame (young whole soy beans) U need to take a balanced diet Do yoga. 

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