Life’s Lessons

This is the second part of  Cool energy-boosting moves posted here.

1. Yogurt Buzz. If you’re looking for a high-energy snack that’s all-natural, go for yogurt. It contains the amino acid tyrosine, which also helps perk you up. You see, the body converts tyrosine to dopamine and adrenaline. A cup of yogurt is sure to jumpstart your day.
2. Go natural. The substances in processed food- such as  nitrates in luncheon meat and monosodium glutamate and some ready-to-eat food items – can trigger a migraine and lethargy. To make sure that a headache doesn’t bog you down when you least expect it, grab a piece of fruit when you feel hungry. Make an effort to significantly lessen your consumption of processed food. If possible, strike them out of your menu completely.
3. Pose well. Make sure that you sit or stand up straight with your shoulders down and back. The primary sensory nerve in your forehead is rooted at the base of your neck. That’s why muscle tension in that particular spot can lead to head pain. You also compromise your circulation when you have iffy posture.
4. Breathing therapy. Tension headaches arise when you’re stressed. That’s when your cortisol and adrenaline levels surge. When this happens, your body is forced to pump out sugar. Unfortunately, the quick change in glucose levels can set you up for pain. As such, you should not let your stress levels rise. You can do simple breathing exercises when you feel anxious.
5. Walk off. Taking a 15-minute walk can reduce stress and improve your mood for the rest of the day. Walking, as other forms exercise, prompts the brain to release endorphins, which help alleviate pain and stimulate relaxation. Make a decision to pencil in this quick exercise even on your busiest days.