7 Tips to Naturally Improve Energy Levels

If you find yourself feeling sluggish during the fall and winter months, you’re not alone. During the colder months when the weather changes, and the days get shorter, it can affect energy levels. Fortunately, there are natural ways to increase energy levels that can also help improve overall health and wellness. Try some of these methods before you feel the fall drowsiness or the winter blues. 

A diet full of sugar, starches, and fats can cause the body to feel worn down as it tries to digest these foods. Including vegetables as staple parts of your diet can provide important vitamins and minerals that will supply energy to the cells in the body. If fitting in fresh veggies during the day is a challenge, drinking vegetable juice can be a good alternative. Because less work is required for your body to reap the nutritional benefits, you’ll notice an increase in energy levels. 

Having a restless night of sleep can cause you to feel exhausted the next day. Continued troubled sleeps will begin to have an impact on health. Getting a full, quality night of sleep can help improve your energy levels. During sleep is when the body works to repair itself from the day and restore its energy. Cutting back on caffeine before bed and keeping a consistent schedule can improve rest. If you’re still having trouble sleeping, natural sleep aids like Nature's Lab Gentle Sleep Aid, can help promote relaxation and restful sleep.*

When you’re feeling fatigued, including adaptogenic herbs into your wellness routine can help to balance and restore the body’s natural adrenal system.* Adaptogens support the body by boosting energy levels to help cope with fatigue, stress, and anxiety* Including adaptogenic herbs like ashwagandha, rhodiola, holy basil and ginseng into your daily routine could help you feel less exhausted.*

One of the first signs of dehydration is the feeling of exhaustion. Not getting an adequate intake of water could be a contributing factor to low energy levels. Even in the colder months there is a chance dehydration could affect you. Because our bodies are made up of mostly water, even small dips in hydration are enough to affect your metabolism. Stay hydrated by making sure you’re drinking enough water throughout the day.

A few drops of peppermint oil can have a stimulating effect on the brain. Some studies have shown that the oil may help ease tension headaches. Commonly used in aromatherapy, peppermint oil can be an early morning boost with a few drops added to a shower, on the wrists, or added to a steam diffuser to breathe in the benefits.

Incorporating regular exercise daily can encourage the release of endorphins to boost energy levels throughout the day. Exercise is thought to be one of the best methods for increasing low energy and while also enhancing overall health.* Even just 20-30 minutes per day can help your heart and lungs work more efficiently and boost energy levels. 

If you find yourself dealing with low energy levels on a consistent basis, there are plenty of natural remedies that can help boost energy levels including our full line of supplements. Some of the top vitamins and minerals that can support energy, or even a restful sleep, include: 

• Organic Ashwagandha: A resealable 1 lb bag to add into soups, drinks, and more to support a healthy immune system* 

• Apple Cider Vinegar with Chromium: All the benefits of apple cider vinegar without the taste. Promotes energy and supports healthy weight management.* 

• Acetyl L-Carnitine: Supports nervous system health and the health of neurotransmitters in the brain.*