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Updated for 2024: Daily fatigue is a common problem affecting many Americans. In fact, 38% of Americans have reported low levels of energy<\/a>.\u00a0 A lack of energy can affect productivity and mood, leading to problems like burnout. According to Deloitte, this problem is even worse for working individuals, with 77% of professionals reporting feeling burned out as a result of their current jobs.<\/a> But surely it doesn\u2019t have to be this way? Surely, there are ways to boost energy and feel better?\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quality rest is crucial to recovering from exhaustion and preventing things like burnout. It\u2019s also important to note that not all rest is quality rest<\/a>. Giving your rest routine \u2014 including your sleeping habits and self-care \u2014 a makeover can help boost your mood and increase your overall quality of life. Many of our daily energy booster tips can help improve other aspects of your life, relieve stress, and give you more healthy coping mechanisms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before digging into some of our fantastic natural energy boosters, we do have a caveat: that being we won\u2019t include simply getting more sleep as a tip. Unless you live under a rock, you will know that getting more sleep normally equates to a nice energy boost! However, we think this point is over-utilised, so while getting more sleep is no doubt beneficial to your energy levels, we want to focus on other ways to get your energy back. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So if you find yourself frequently saying, “Why am I tired all the time?<\/em>” and “I don’t have the energy today<\/em>“, it’s probably time to address your daily habits, starting with our 7 ways to boost your energy below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Drink More Water<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Surprisingly, one of the main effects of dehydration is a lack of energy<\/strong>. This is less surprising when you realise that mild dehydration<\/a> symptoms often go unnoticed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dehydration is also incredibly common. According to the National Library of Medicine, 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated<\/a> \u2014 whether due to hot weather (after all, certain states are pretty hot), increased physical activity, or a reduced water intake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The average adult should drink between four to seven pints of water <\/a>\u2014 about 135 ounces \u2014 a day. You may have heard that eight glasses a day is sufficient, and it might <\/em>be for your body type. However, the most important thing to do to stay hydrated is to simply drink whenever you feel thirsty. You should also drink more plain water instead of things like juices or caffeinated beverages. Staying properly hydrated can reduce daytime fatigue, boost your mood, and improve your ability to absorb nutrients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Cut Down on Caffeine<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Have you ever asked yourself, “Why am I tired in the morning but more energetic at night?<\/em>” Well, it could be because you are over-caffeinated. Being over-caffeinated can make you more tired<\/a>, and cause inconsistent energy throughout the day.  While it is a myth that caffeine has significant diuretics or dehydrating properties,<\/a> cutting back on it over time can help regulate your energy levels. America runs on coffee, with around 400 million cups of coffee consumed a day<\/a>, which means the average American coffee drinker consumes around 3 cups a day. So cutting down on caffeine can be easier said than done, especially when coffee isn\u2019t the only caffeinated drink you have to worry about. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Caffeine can come from a variety of places, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n