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- For more short term stimulant-like effect – supplement with ALCAR<\/a>, Olive Leaf Extract<\/a> or PQQ<\/a><\/li>\n
- For alleviating some of the effects of stress & sleep deprivation – supplement an adaptogen like rhodiola rosea & take 3g of glycine before bed<\/li>\n
- Treat the source of the fatigue if possible<\/li>\n
- Coffee is full of antioxidants but too much caffeine can cause hypertension & other health issues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nCoffee & caffeine are the go-to-fuel for millions of people every day.<\/p>\n
When I work in an office, it’s typical for people have 2 or 3 coffees everyday and when I worked on a building site, everyone under the age of 25 had at least 2 energy drinks per day.<\/p>\n
Caffeine is my morning staple too, but it’s something I’m looking to cut down on.<\/p>\n
Caffeine tolerance builds quickly when you reach for the coffee jar on a daily basis. Even worse, after months of coffee or caffeine consumption, people need a few hundred m.g. just to get going – it’s (mildly) physically addictive<\/a>.<\/p>\n
Mix things up a little with some of these alternatives:<\/p>\n
Always consult a doctor or healthcare professional before adding supplements or new foods to your diet<\/span><\/p>\n
\nAdaptogens for Energy & Alertness<\/h2>\n
Adaptogens are herbs that help to alleviate elevated symptoms related to physical & mental stress. Not only can they provide more energy, they’re also ‘good’ for you – something that most high caffeine drinks, are not.<\/p>\n
Rhodiola Rosea<\/h2>\n
A herb that has been used for centuries to treat fatigue, rhodiola has many studies behind that confirm its effectiveness. Great for sleep deprived parents too!<\/p>\n
In one study<\/a>, rhodiola was shown to improve the mental performance of physicians on night duty. The physicians also reported feeling generally less fatigued.<\/p>\n
Around 200mg per day is normally the standard dosage.<\/p>\n
Gingko Biloba<\/h2>\n
Noted primarily for its ability to improve quality of life for those suffering from degenerative brain disorders<\/a>, anecdotal evidence suggests that ginkgo may improve cognitive functioning and energy levels in normal healthy individuals too.<\/p>\n
A typical dosage is around 150mg per day.<\/p>\n
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http:\/\/www.acs.org<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Ashwagandha<\/h2>\n
This Indian herb is held in high regard for its ability to help the body cope with & adapt to stress.\u00a0There are literally hundreds of studies backing the health benefits behind Ashwagandha, it’s even been shown to reduce anxiety and depression<\/a>.<\/p>\n
There are also numerous studies showing that ashwagandha can enhance physical performance<\/a>, normally by reducing markers of fatigue.<\/p>\n
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\nNootropics<\/h2>\n
Nootropics are also known as smart drugs. There are natural nootropics such as Lion’s Mane Mushroom, and synthetics ones such as Noopept.<\/p>\n
Acetyl-L-Carnitine<\/h2>\n
Touted as an anti-aging, cognitive enhancing and fat burning supplement, Acetyl-L-Carnitine (ALCAR) also tends to make your fart, a lot.<\/p>\n
Be sure to be ALCAR and not standard L-Carnitine, as only the Acetyl version crosses the blood brain barrier. One thing to be aware of, ALCAR dramatically increases sperm motility, enhancing male fertility.<\/p>\n
A typical dosage of ALCAR is 500-2000mg per day.<\/p>\n
It has a potent affect on alertness & cognitive functioning. Many people also use it to alleviate the symptoms of chronic fatigue & depression.<\/p>\n
PQQ<\/h2>\n
Found naturally in breastmilk and soya beans, pyrroloquinoline quinone has been shown to reduce pain<\/a>, and fatigue. A growth-factor & antioxidant, it is anxiety promoting for some, it is best to start off with very small dosages and build up slowly to assess tolerance.<\/p>\n
It’s ability to increase alertness relate to its anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.<\/p>\n
This is a personal favourite of mine, I usually take around 10mg per day. You can buy from Amazon.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n
Alpha GPC<\/h2>\n
Composed of glycerophosphate and choline, Alpha GPC is used to offset some of the symptoms of age-related cognitive decline.<\/a><\/p>\n
Many report that it increases energy levels and alertness:<\/p>\n
Alpha GPC Caught Me By Surprise<\/a>
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