Sports & Recreational Centre

BOOST YOUR ENERGY

Energy is something we take for granted. A major part of your energy is used for bodily functions that you cannot control. In fact, 60-70% of your daily energy requirement goes towards the basic functioning of vital organs like your heart, brain and lungs. Have you been feeling extra lethargic lately? Do you often feel like catching a nap right after lunch? Poor nutrition may have something to do with it. Consuming the right nutrients will keep your energy at optimal level throughout the day.

The key nutrients for energy production are the B vitamins, that convert the carbohydrates and protein in your food into energy. Let's take a look at how each of the B vitamins works in providing you with energy.

Avoid fad diets - as they often encourage you to eliminate certain food groups (eg, protein, fats or carbohydrates). This could leave you feeling exhausted.