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Health knowledge made personal
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Take a siesta!
I'm completely there with what Swati wrote. A good, 15-minuter works wonders!
Also, there have been a number of recent reports on how naps can increase longevity by lowering your chances of a heart attack and other heart issues. In the short term, naps revive you. It's less common in the U.S. than in other countries to take an afternoon break at work, however, some companies have caught on to the benefits: better health for their employees; good for the company's bottom line. So, they've created napping rooms in the workplace. If your workplace doesn't have a napping area, try to use a vacant office or other quiet location. This is a simple, worthwhile step that is a win-win for everyone.
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Afternoon Energy Boost
Posted by Heather J.
Can't say awake at work? Me neither! Many days I start nodding off when 3:00 rolls around. Maybe it’s because I’m an early riser, a light sleeper, or run first thing in the morning. Dr. Weil, MD, reports that at least two-thirds of adults say that sleepiness interferes with their concentration at work and makes handling stress on the job more difficult. About 40 percent of younger adults said they were sleepy at work at least two days a week. Often, the problem is inadequate sleep. Other times, daytime sleepiness is related to one’s feelings about their work - boredom, frustration or some other negative emotion. For an alternative energy boost to caffeine, ginseng, over time, can help dispel fatigue. Other herbal options include cordyceps and ashwaganda, both of which are prized in their respective traditions as energy enhancers. Look for standardized extracts in capsule or tablet form, and follow dosages recommended on the products.