Have you been feeling drained and exhausted lately?

You may just need to change your eating habits to boost energy throughout the day. Eating the right foods and exercising does wonders for an increase in energy, concentration, and patience.

Below are 7 energy boosting habits:

Go For A Walk

If you are just starting to work out, a walk is the perfect way to get exercise and boost your energy levels. Continued exercise has been proven to improve energy and mood.

Eat Three Meals A Day

It is important to get a good start to your morning with a large meal to give you energy throughout the day. However, it is just as important to eat lunch and dinner to maintain those energy levels. Your body needs food to fuel energy.

Manage Stress and Anxiety

These two go very much hand in hand and can suck the life out of you. Not properly managing stress and anxiety can leave you feeling emotionally, mentally, and physically exhausted. Finding a method of management that works for you is crucial if it is something you  struggle with.

Increase Your Magnesium Intake

Women should be taking 300 milligrams of magnesium and men should be taking 350 milligrams to ensure glucose is properly being broken down into energy. Some ways to maintain constant magnesium intake is by: (a) eating almonds or cashews throughout the week, (b) eating whole grains each day, and (c) eating more fish.

Take a Power Nap

Overworking yourself is never a good thing. Making sure you are alert is a must and a 60 min nap has proven to be exactly what you need.

Less Alcohol Intake, More Water

Alcohol is known to cause dehydration, which can easily lead to fatigue. On the other hand, water is a necessity for the human body and ensures that you are properly hydrated throughout the day. Make sure you drink half of your body weight in ounces of water per day.

Eat Less Sugar, More Whole Grains

You may feel that sugar is giving you a jump in energy but it just as easily leaves you feeling drained. On the other hand, whole grains gradually provide your body with the fuel it needs throughout the day and allows you to have a constant/balanced source of energy.