If you’re having a fast-food lunch, you’re basically begging to be sleepy in less than an hour. Sugary and 'anything-that’s-white' kinds of foods are the type of carbs that you should

avoid. They get your blood sugar levels charged up for the moment, but it doesn’t last long. Bad carbs not only zap your energy but can affect your memory and

levels of concentration which can mess up your productivity too. It's best to avoid 'em.

Want a gluten-free kind of snack? When’s the last time you had some chia seeds? They’re high in fiber, calcium and magnesium. They’re also a good source of protein. They’ll

give you the antioxidants that you need to fight off free radicals, enough omega-3 oils to reduce stress and studies prove that they can increase endurance too. That’s why a

lot of athletes eat them before working out.

The next time that you put a piece of chewing gum into your mouth, take a moment to think about all of the good that it’s doing you. It burns

calories (not a ton, but some), suppresses your appetite, helps to keep tooth decay and bad breath at bay (because it produces saliva), and it’s also super-refreshing (especially if you

go with a minty flavor). During your lulls at work, a piece of gum can wake you right on up.

Did you know that when you don’t have enough water in your system, one of the first signs is that you’ll start feeling tired? Your body needs to be replenished

with fluids on a consistent basis. Make sure you have a cup or bottle of water close by at all times.

Peppermint oil can do all sorts of good things for your health. It can help to relieve hay fever symptoms, soothe respiratory problems and headaches, decrease stress and increase alertness. Also, since

it’s the kind of oil that releases oxygen to the brain, it can help to stimulate you too. 

Inhale the oil a couple of times, directly from the bottle. Or you

can dab some on each of your wrists. You should feel the effects in a matter of moments.

When’s the last time you had a cup of rooibos tea? It’s packed with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It aids in digestion. Some studies indicate that it can also relief

diabetes symptoms and help to prevent cancer. Rooibos tea also contains compounds that will help you to burn belly fat, develop strong bones and, thanks to the bioflavonoids in it,

treat allergy symptoms too. And yep, it can also give you dose of energy. The antioxidant in it known as aspalathin helps to regulate your adrenal hormones so that you’ll

feel rejuvenated. 

You might not have seen this one coming, but it makes the list! Morning sex is one of the best (and most fun) ways to stay energized throughout the day!

It brings blood and oxygen to your brain, produces oxytocin to put you in a good mood and it can decrease any stress you might be feeling. 

If you can get

away during your lunch period for a little quality time, even better! Could there be any better substitute for your favorite cup of java than this?!