Feeling sluggish as you pull yourself out of bed? Have heavy eyes as 2 p.m. (or even earlier) hits? Or maybe you’re even just noticing you have lower energy than normal?
We’ve all been there, and it happens from time to time as we overwork our bodies or don’t give them the care that they need to be at their potential. When you feel you aren’t operating at 100 percent, it may be time to take a good look at your health habits and take these simple steps to help rejuvenate your body.
Moving your body doesn’t have to be a dedicated 2-hour gym session. Incorporating light exercise into your daily routine not only helps your blood pump a bit more and your muscles work a bit harder, but it’s an easy habit to build and keep. Try taking a brisk walk at the start of your day. Or take the stairs at work. Keep your body moving more to keep your energy up and your body working optimally.
Increasing your water intake is one of the most natural ways you can increase your energy levels and prevent or treat headaches. Water also has many other benefits. Hydration is the key to feeling alive!
Eating heavy, dense foods can lead to a sluggish feeling and the midday slump you may experience as high levels of fat combined with low levels of fiber are difficult to digest. If there is a lot of added sugar, you’ll find that the burst in sugar wears off quickly, leaving you both fatigued and more hungry afterward.
Try choosing foods that maximize your vitamin and mineral intake. This will help you get the most “bang for your buck” out of your food. Eating fruits and vegetables is a great way to feel refreshed. Broths or elixirs, smoothies, and supplements like magnesium are also great ways to increase your energy and avoid mental exhaustion.
Sometimes the best thing to help you out of your funk is to get some fresh air. Try going outside unplugged and really embracing what you feel with your five senses as a grounding technique. This can help alleviate stress and help rejuvenate your mind when you’re in a rut or low on mental energy.
With all the other healthy choices you may be making, all of it could be for naught if you aren’t getting adequate rest. Sleep is the body’s natural way of resetting and detoxing your body physically and mentally. Try getting between 7-9 hours of consistent sleep, as anything less doesn’t give the body enough time to fully repair your body.
Small fasts (either a 24-hour period or intermittent fasting) have been shown to have great health effects, including reduced inflammation, improved heart health, and boosted brain function. These small fasts act as a cleanse detox. Some foods, like anti-inflammatory teas, can also maximize the benefits of fasts.
Sometimes enough fatigue, toxins, and inflammation have built up that it’s hard to get back on track. In this case, a full body cleanse can be the reset button that your body needs. A cleanse detox allows your body the time and energy to fully rid itself of the toxins that make you feel so fatigued and unmotivated.
Ready for a fresh start?
Often, the way to rejuvenate your body can be through simple habits, like increasing your water intake, walking outside, and sometimes changing what you reach for as a snack. If you need a clean slate to start with, a full body cleanse can help you fast-track your way to a refreshed and rejuvenated body.
Kroma’s 5-Day Reset leaves you feeling full and satisfied throughout the cleanse detox. The rejuvenation you feel from detoxing your body impacts every aspect of your life, and you can do it all without compromising on great taste or feeling satiated. Kroma’s 5-Day Reset was created to help your body reach its full potential and to help you live your best life.
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