Many Brits love to start the day with a coffee in order to feel refreshed and energised for what lies ahead. While it is certainly the case that the caffeine content of caffeine can work wonders for waking us up, it is not for everyone. Around 10 percent of people are considered hypersensitive to caffeine - meaning they will experience some unpleasant side effects from coffee such as headaches and anxiety.
Moreover people with certain health conditions like high blood pressure, as well as pregnant women, might need to exercise caution when consuming caffeine. Luckily there are other ways to help us feel more awake, that don’t require a burst of caffeine. This is all the more important around this time of year when cool temperatures and dark evenings can leave us feeling more lethargic than ever.
With this in mind Spanish nutritionist Laura Jorge recommended eating certain foods to prevent fatigue. She also revealed which foods to avoid so as not to suffer an “energy crash” later in the day. Speaking to Argentinian news channel TN she explained that a diet lacking essential nutrients promotes fatigue because we obtain energy and repair damaged tissues from these nutrients.
On the other hand, the specialist points out that a diet rich in sugars promotes glucose spikes, which could lead to hypoglycemia and, consequently, fatigue. Find out about the symptoms you need to watch out for and get health advice with our free health newsletter from the Daily Express Therefore, she.