Low Energy

The average person’s energy levels naturally dip 2-3 times throughout the day due to circadian rhythm fluctuations, but persistent low energy often indicates an underlying issue.

Constant mental fog

Muscles feel heavy

Unrefreshing night sleep

Zero motivation remains

Treatment Options

Time-Restricted Eating

This approach involves consuming all daily meals and snacks within a specific window (typically 8-10 hours), such as 9 AM to 6 PM.

Strategic Light Exposure

This method involves intentionally exposing yourself to natural sunlight or bright light (at least 10,000 lux) early in the morning. The practice typically starts with stepping outside or sitting near a window for 10-30 minutes shortly after waking.

Sleep Schedule Consistency

This involves maintaining the same bedtime and wake time every day, even on weekends. To implement this, you would set a realistic bedtime based on when you need to wake up, allowing for 7-9 hours of sleep.

Vitamin B12 Supplements

Usually taken as a daily oral supplement ranging from 2.4-1000 mcg, depending on individual needs and doctor recommendations.

Iron Supplements

Typically taken as ferrous sulfate, ferrous gluconate, or ferrous fumarate, these supplements are best absorbed when taken on an empty stomach or with vitamin C.

Magnesium Supplements

Available in several forms including magnesium citrate, glycinate, and malate. Most people take 200-400mg daily, often in the evening as it can support sleep.

Research

Time Restricted Eating

The implementation of a 16:8 intermittent fasting protocol demonstrated significant improvements in energy levels and reduction of both physical and mental fatigue among participants. Notably, these benefits were observed across diverse working conditions, including shift work and physically demanding occupations, while maintaining excellent safety standards. The findings suggest this dietary approach could be particularly beneficial for individuals experiencing work-related fatigue or those managing chronic conditions.

Morning Light

Morning light exposure for 30 minutes was found to boost alertness and energy by regulating cortisol patterns.