5 things that lower your energy instantly

If you’ve been feeling low on energy, it’s time to take a look at your lifestyle. Here are five things that lower your energy instantly.

Published on: Nov 9, 2022, 14:37:43 IST

By Akanksha Agnihotri, Delhi

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Your energy levels will fluctuate a little bit throughout the day. This ebb and flow of nature can be influenced by a number of things. These include your amount of physical activity, your level of stress and sleep, and the meals you consume. Generally speaking, eating a meal or snack helps you feel more energised by refuelling your body. Sometimes having a restless night, having a stressful day at work, or eating too many doughnuts might be detrimental. But if you're continuously exhausted, it may be time to consider what's making you feel that way. (Also read: Are you fatigued or just tired? Know the difference from expert )

If you're continuously exhausted, it may be time to consider what's making you feel that way. (pexels)

Radhika Gupta, Yoga Coach and Founder of Satvic Yoga, suggested five things that lower your energy instantly in her recent Instagram post.

1. Drinking alcohol

Remember what makes you high will also dump you down. Hence the Hangover. The body sees alcohol as a poison and a large part of our energy is used in removing it from the system.

2. Watching negative content

Disturbing or gruesome content destabilises our energy. It causes stress to our subconscious mind. Bringing the system back to normal drains us of energy. You can replace disturbing content with self-growth-related content and spiritual documentaries.

3. Lying

Cooking up stories and being dishonest requires a lot of energy. Keeping up with lies, creating more lies to protect ourselves is a big burden to our energy pool. You can start being honest with yourself and with others. Be comfortable with your truth.

4. Eating heavy foods

Do you ever feel like going for a run after eating chhola bhatura? No right? That's because heavy foods take up 70-80% of our energy and make us feel lethargic. Replace heavy meals with simple meals that are water rich in nature.

5. Shallow breathing

Your breath is what is powering all your movements. If your breath is shallow and rapid, a certain inertia will come into the system. Deep, steady, slow breathing is a must for high and stable energy. Most importantly, start breathing deeply. Begin your day with 10 minutes of pranayama practice.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Akanksha Agnihotri
Akanksha Agnihotri is a lifestyle journalist with over 3 years of experience. She is a psychology graduate and holds a postgraduate diploma in Radio and Television Journalism from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication, Delhi, where she graduated as a gold medalist. Originally from Bhopal, the beautiful capital of Madhya Pradesh, she draws inspiration from the city’s rich cultural heritage and layered storytelling traditions that subtly shape her narrative voice. She writes extensively about fashion, beauty, health, relationships, culture, and food, exploring everything from trending styles and runway moments to wellness routines and mindful living. Passionate about meaningful and candid conversations, she enjoys interviewing celebrities, doctors, designers, and film personalities, diving into discussions on fitness, beauty, mental health, and everything fun in between. With a keen eye for trends and a thoughtful understanding of human behaviour, she brings depth, sensitivity, and authenticity to her stories, ensuring they resonate with a wide and diverse audience. When she’s not working, you’ll usually find her lost in a book, planning her next mountain trek, or mapping out spontaneous travel escapes. She loves discovering new authors, revisiting old favourites, and spending quiet afternoons in museums soaking in art, history, and culture. An avid bird-watching enthusiast, she finds joy in early morning walks, spotting rare birds, and reconnecting with nature. Whether sipping coffee while journaling her thoughts or exploring hidden corners of a new city, she constantly seeks inspiration in everyday moments that often turn into compelling story ideas.Read More

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