How to Stay Awake Without Caffeine

January 19, 2022

Rebecca Rodriguez

Stay Hydrated

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Although it might sound obvious, we sometimes forget that one of the most common reasons why we constantly feel tired is just dehydration. Keep a bottle of water next to you at all times and remind yourself to drink it throughout the day. Drinking the equivalent of six to eight glasses of water every day will definitely help cure your fatigue.

Exercise

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If you spend all day sitting in an office staring at a screen, your body might be in desperate need of some movement. Taking short breaks to walk around is a great way to wake yourself up without the need of ingesting caffeine. But most importantly, keeping a regular workout schedule is key to keeping your body energized and alert.

Power Nap

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Taking a 20-minute nap is a great way to restore your energy. Although it’s important to remember sleeping longer than 20 minutes will make you feel groggy due to entering a deeper sleep phase, a short nap is enough to receive the restorative benefits of the first couple stages of sleep.

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