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Posted April 3, 2013

Boost Learning Energy Without Caffeine

Postgraduate life is hectic, which is why many students rely on caffeinated drinks to keep them going.

Yes caffeine can provide you a much needed lift, but at what cost?

The negative side effects far outweigh the positive. So what other healthier ways are there to boost energy without heading off to Starbucks for your daily fix...

Get Fruity Want to boost your energy levels? Look no further than fruit. It contains all the natural sugars and healthy carbohydrates that your body thrives upon, as well as a whole host of other nutrients. The best fruits for energy are those that are high in carbohydrates, high in water content, and high in fibre. Apples, bananas, oranges, mangoes, watermelon, pears and grapefruits are all great choices.

Take a Cold Shower Hot showers are perfect for unwinding, but when trying to pick up the pace and inspire action you might want to consider changing temperature. Cold water accelerates circulation and stimulates the system, resulting in a much more livelier you. It will work wonders for your mental clarity. If a cold shower is not really your thing, try splashing your face with cold water for a quick refresher.

Do a Quick Workout Hitting the gym may be the last thing you feel like doing when in need of an energy boost, but studies have shown that getting sweaty can give you the energy injection that your body craves. Forget about treadmills and cross trainers, a short jog around the block will do the trick. If the thought of going outdoors is putting you off then why not utilize your stairs or do a set of jumping jacks in the living room.

Go Walking Moving your body, even if it is at a slow pace, will instantly improve alertness. In fact, taking a walk has similar effects to  working out  so if the gym is not your favourite place to go, skip it altogether and give walking a shot instead. Walking has been known for clearing brain fog and increasing creativity, which is why it is the perfect act to perform when you're feeling stifled by your postgraduate studies.

Chat Who would have thought that chatting could actually be beneficial to your postgraduate studies! Talking to a friend, or a stranger for that matter, can help you to feel more alert and get you back on your game. Social disconnectedness has been directly linked with lower levels of productivity, so don't leave it too long to catch up on all the latest gossip.

What do you do to boost your learning energy levels?

 

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