10-minute Office Energy Boosters
10-minute office energy boosters
PHYSICIAN OFFERS NATURAL WORKPLACE WELLNESS SOLUTIONS
By Dr. Britta Zimmer
We’ve all been there…sitting at our
desk tired, lethargic and far from motivated.
From caffeine-driven blood sugar crashes to
non-sustaining, fat-laden fast food lunches
to a fundamental lack of quality sleep, America’s
workforce is in desperate need of a
quick and sustainable pick-me-up.
“By taking just ten minutes from your busy
work day, you can rejuvenate, revive, and
make the rest of your day more productive
and satisfying,” notes naturopathic physician
Dr. Britta Zimmer, Chief Health Officer
at GoodElements.com – a purveyor of allnatural
health supplements to support
everyday healthy living.
Pick any one or more of Dr. Zimmer’s quick
energy enhancing strategies below and
enjoy the mid-business-day boost:
1. Drink a cup of green tea
By steeping one green tea bag in 6-8 oz. of
piping hot water, you create nature’s most
perfect energy-producing health-restoring
beverage! Studies show that the antioxidant
polyphenols in green tea can protect you
from chronic conditions such as heart disease,
cancer and diabetes. The small
amount of caffeine in green tea will give you
an immediate boost while the catechins, a
type of polyphenol, assist in burning fat!
2. Take a quick walk
There is nothing better than a brisk walk to
get the blood pumping to your heart and
brain. Natural endorphins are produced
during exercise and, if walking outdoors, the
sun’s rays activate Vitamin D in your body,
giving you a mood and energy boost. Once
you are on your feet and on the go, you will
not regret it!
3. Supplement your diet for enhanced concentration
& stamina
All natural, non-addictive dietary supplements,
such as the “Workplace Wellness” system
offered by GoodElements.com, will not
only support memory, concentration and
overall cognitive performance, but will also
help the body sustain energy levels and
improve stamina without peaks and crashes.
This system, for one, also provides stress and
anxiety relief for overall emotional well being.
4. Eat a protein-rich snack
When you are hungry and looking for some
energy, don’t reach for sugar! Sugar’s empty
calories will give you a temporary “sugar
high” but follows it with a “sugar low.” This
roller coaster of blood sugar levels will leave
you more tired than you were before that
candy bar. Instead, look to eat a snack that
is balanced with protein and complex carbohydrates.
Examples include one slice of
whole-wheat toast with almond butter, a
handful of nuts with a piece of fresh fruit,
yogurt with granola or hummus and olives.
5. Drink water
It is recommended that, for optimal health,
you drink at least half your body weight in
ounces of water per day. For example, if you
weigh 160 pounds, 80 oz. of water will keep
you properly hydrated. Remember, the solution
to your pollution is dilution!
6. Breathe Deeply
When we are stressed and fatigued, we tend
to take short, shallow breaths. Just a few
deep breaths will make a big difference in
your energy level. Start by taking a nice
deep inhale through your nose. Hold your
breath for one second and then slowly, deliberately
exhale through pursed lips to regulate
the release of air. Try to make your
exhale last from 7 to 10 seconds. Breathe
normally for a few moments and then
repeat.
7. Stretch
Standing up for a few minutes to stretch is
one of the most overlooked workplace essentials.
Focus your stretching on the muscles
of the shoulders, neck and upper back.
Accompany your stretching with a few deep
breaths as described above.
DR. BRITTA ZIMMER IS A NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN.
SHE CAN BE REACHED AT WWW.GOODELEMENTS.COM.
