boosting energy

A lot of people try to use caffeine drinks to give them their 'boost' and I think it's silly. When you consume something for a boost, you'll get a short boost and then crash once it wears off. Personally, I get my energy boosts by being physically active. If I'm on my rear end in a chair (say for work), then a quick brisk walk is usually enough to get blood flowing and wake me up a bit. I'm a big fan of physical activity. I usually feel a lot more energetic after I work out or do something physically demanding. If you can't work out or run or anything, some quick stretching is a good bet. Not many places that would prevent you from doing at least minor stretching, even if it's only for a limited time or smaller set of muscles.

The latest study is showing if you eat nuts it boosts your energy levels. Obviously nuts with not to much salt but almonds, brazilian, cashews, walnuts or just your normal peanuts will give you a good boost for the day!

I don't think that coffee has much effect. The effect may be there for an hour or so, but you feel sleepy soon afterwards. When I'm too lazy or sleepy, the one thing that I resort to is HEAVY METAL MUSIC. That helps me a lot in many ways ! Maybe you should try it, if you like heavy songs :)

Nuts also have a high fat content, so I'd recommend them only as a short term solution. Try a high-impact cardio, it exhausts you in the short term, but lets you get a more restful sleep and extends your energetic period when awake. Also a low-intensity yogic exercise can extend your attention span and energy levels. Basically, to banish fatigue, pump up your happy chemicals. Exercise, even if it means jogging up steps instead of taking the elevator.