Always feeling tired, yawning at work, but unable to fall asleep when lying in bed at night. This kind of fatigue will gradually consume your health. Jane Clark, a renowned British nutritionist, wrote in the Daily Mail that a good diet is one of the effective ways to combat fatigue.
First, drink enough water or iced tea daily to help your body better absorb nutrients. Especially when you're tired, iced tea is the best choice. If you must drink hot tea or coffee, limit it to no more than three cups, and it's better to consume them before 12 PM. This way, caffeine won't interfere with the body's absorption of minerals like iron and calcium.
It's also important to eat enough whole grains and protein daily. A lack of either can cause physical fatigue. Chicken, fish, and eggs are important sources of protein. Whole grain foods (you can keep a pack of whole-grain crackers in the office) are rich in minerals and vitamins, such as magnesium and B vitamins, which can boost your energy.
If poor sleep is also a cause of fatigue, then you should eat dinner early. For example, around 6:30 PM, to give your intestines more time to digest. Also, reduce your intake of caffeinated drinks like Coca-Cola and coffee after noon.
Additionally, you can try avoiding alcohol for several weeks at night. Alcohol can dehydrate your body and disrupt blood sugar levels, affecting sleep. However, eating too little and having a growling stomach can also lead to poor sleep. So if you're very hungry, you can have a small snack before bed. But try to choose foods that are easily absorbed and promote sleep, such as milk rich in protein and lactose. Bananas and digestive crackers are also good choices.