{"id":23996,"date":"2021-04-12T19:51:52","date_gmt":"2021-04-12T19:51:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/?p=23996"},"modified":"2022-05-27T22:26:16","modified_gmt":"2022-05-27T22:26:16","slug":"what-are-the-best-vitamins-for-energy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.humnutrition.com\/blog\/what-are-the-best-vitamins-for-energy\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Best Vitamins for Energy, According to a Dietitian"},"content":{"rendered":"Always feel like the wind is out of your sails? Shavonne Morrison, MS, RD, LD<\/a>, shares what vitamins give you energy for lasting vigor and focus.<\/em>\n

Is the mid-afternoon (or mid-morning, or post-lunch) slump getting you down? Always feel like a nap is calling your name? <\/span>It\u2019s a fast-paced world, and if you\u2019re like most, you could use a little\u2014or a lot\u2014more energy throughout your day.<\/span><\/p>\n

Before we look at the best vitamins<\/a> and supplements<\/a> for energy, we’ll first investigate a few common causes of low energy levels.<\/p>\n\n

Causes of Low Energy<\/span><\/h2>\n

The causes of low energy levels varies, yet you may already be familiar with some of these habits that contribute to feelings of fatigue.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

Caffeine Crashes<\/h3>\n

As far as your diet goes, <\/span>drinking caffeinated beverages\u2014especially on an empty stomach\u2014may be a contributing factor to low energy.<\/span><\/p>\n

Caffeine from beverages such as coffee can cause a rapid spike in energy and temporary mental sharpness. However, a crash often follows, which can leave you feeling worse than before you had your morning brew<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\"Tired\n

Low-Quality Sleep<\/h3>\n

Not getting enough sleep<\/a><\/span> or getting only poor-quality sleep can also negatively impact energy levels<\/a>. While it may seem obvious, sleep is a complex and vital component of health. <\/span><\/p>\nThe body repairs itself<\/a> by <\/span>spending enough time in each stage of sleep. It’s also when your body combats the effects of stress you experienced that day. If you\u2019re sleeping for short amounts of time or waking up throughout the night<\/a>, your body can’t properly take care of itself.<\/span>\n\nAs a result, low-quality sleep can potential result with:<\/span>\n