4 Ways to Get Energized Without Caffeine

4 Ways to Stay Awake Without Caffeine

 1. Watch A Viral VideoPausing your day to watch a bunch of kids do the Whip/Nae Nae could actually make you feel more alert (plus…it’s amazing). That’s because tuning in to something entertaining helps you lose that zoned-out feeling you get when you’ve been staring at your computer screen for too long, Andrews says. “Changing your focus for a few moments, engaging in something pleasurable.

2. Drink a Glass of Water
If you’re working out nearly every day, it might not just by muscle fatigue that’s slowing you down. “I think that dehydration probably is under-appreciated, particularly for people who are regular about exercise,” Andrews says.
“People get up to the alarm clock every day and by Friday they are down as many as 10 hours of sleep.”
Being dehydrated can actually affect the way blood moves to your brain. “One of the main systems that feels the effects [of dehydration] is blood volume, and when blood volume is decreased you may be getting reduced blood flow and nutrients to the brain,” David says. Pausing to down a glass of water might be just the wake-up call you need.

3. Go Outdoors
Sure, taking a stroll around your office will probably help you shake the urge to snooze, but hitting the streets is even better. “Certainly getting outside and raising your heart rate a little more and exposing yourself to sunlight can even be more effective for some people in terms of improving alertness.” Some research indicates exposure to light can improve mental awareness, David adds.
And even if you only have a few minutes, that could be enough. “You probably only need brief physical activity to break that effect of sitting still and focusing,” Andrews says

4. Pop a Mint
If you’re like most people, you know the afternoon can be a danger zone for snacking. “Your blood glucose will reach its lowest point about three hours after a meal, so you can imagine that time period is a collision of effects for many people,” David says.
Before you reach for a cupcake, consider your alternatives. “Something as simple as putting a mint in your mouth can be enough to counteract that zombie-like feeling you get late in the afternoon, once again, just having sensory stimulation.

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