6 Tips to Get Your Energy Back

6 Tips to Get Your Energy Back

 1. Exercise. Move more, and you get more energy. People who take a brisk, daily 30-minute walk are less tired than idle people,. Choose an activity you like, whether it's Zumba, tennis, walking, gardening, or swimming. Do it for at least 30 to 60 minutes a day. If you can't spare that much time at once, sneak in shorter (10-minute) periods of exercise whenever you can. As long as it adds up to 30-60 minutes per day, that's what counts.

Wear a pedometer so you know how many steps you're taking each day. Try to add 500 steps a day until you reach at least 10,000 daily steps,

2. Watch your diet. To keep your blood sugar level steady, eat three healthy meals and a snack during the day. Include healthy carbohydrates from fruits and vegetables and whole grains, as well as lean protein from sources such as beans, tofu, fish, or skinless chicken breasts.

3. Avoid caffeine, especially late in the day. Caffeine can keep you awake and disrupt sleep. It can also make it harder to control your blood sugar, if you overdo it. 

4. Get enough B vitamins. B vitamins help nerve health. If you have nerve problems from diabetes, make sure you're getting these nutrients from your diet (good sources are foods such as fish, poultry, fortified cereals, and eggs) or a supplement. It's a good idea to tell your doctor about any supplements you take, including vitamins, so they can check that you're getting the right amount.

5. Check on your snoring. Many people with diabetes briefly stop breathing several times at night. That's called sleep apnea. Symptoms include snoring, feeling sleepy during the day, having trouble concentrating, and often waking up with a headache or sore throat. Tell your doctor if you, or your bed partner, notice those things. Sleep apnea can be treated, and that could help you get better at night, which gives you more daytime energy.

6. Stay hydrated. You can become fatigued if you're dehydrated. Drink at least 8-9 glasses of fluids a day