Strengthlab on Aug 30th 2012 StrengthLab Thoughts
The most common reason why we may be suffering from low energy is dehydration, so remember to drink plenty of water daily. Low blood sugar will cause low energy as well, so consuming whole foods, such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, lean proteins, raw nuts and legumes, will help to sustain higher energy levels throughout the day. Too little sleep, too much stress, a malfunctioning thyroid gland (for a select few) and even depression can be culprits as well. The abuse of caffeine and so called “energy” drinks are prevalent instigators too.
Strengthlab on Aug 30th 2012 StrengthLab Thoughts
Vitamin B supplements* are frequently taken orally or even injected, but unless we are deficient in these vitamins, which the vast majority of us are not, they have no effect; B vitamins are abundant in the foods that we consume as well. People frequently cite a boost of energy when this supplement is consumed but this is nothing more than the placebo effect. Eat better and skip the supplements…
List of B vitamins*
- Vitamin B1 (aka thiamine)
- Vitamin B2 (aka riboflavin)
- Vitamin B3 (aka niacin or niacinamide)
- Vitamin B5 (aka pantothenic acid)
- Vitamin B6 (aka pyridoxine, pyridoxal, or pyridoxamine, or pyridoxine hydrochloride)
- Vitamin B7 (aka biotin)
- Vitamin B9 (aka folic acid)
- Vitamin B12 (aka various cobalamins; commonly cyanocobalamin in vitamin supplements)