LOS ANGELES, CA -- Eyes glazing over in front of the computer screen?
Nodding off at a meeting? Headed to the vending machine for a
mid-afternoon pick-me-up? You're not alone. Packed schedules can make
it all too easy to fall asleep on the job. Here are some tips to help
you feel energized throughout the day.
- Start with a healthy breakfast. Studies have shown that eating
breakfast improves alertness and concentration and helps you feel
better, both mentally and physically.
- Don't just sit there. If
you're stuck at a desk all day, get up and walk around as often as
possible.
- Eat a light lunch. Eating a huge lunch may make you more
likely to nod off during that afternoon meeting.
- Skip the sugary
snacks. Keep your desk stocked with snacks that will give you lasting
energy.
- Get enough sleep. Two-thirds of adults suffer from sleep
problems, and many Americans don't get the minimum amount of sleep
needed to stay alert.