Boost Your Energy Level the Natural Way

Words by Katherine Castillo Eustaquio

For some people who need a quick energy boost, sugar, and caffeine work. But as those who have experienced “sugar crash” or hyperacidity know, there are side effects that aren’t simply worth it. So, next time your energy is zapped and you need to boost it, try some of these natural energy enhancers instead. They can perk you up any time of the day—without causing damage to your body.

It’s absolutely impressive how single-celled algae can knock out the entire food group when it comes to nutritional content. The freshwater alga is known today as “spirulina” dates back to the time of the Aztecs when it was first called the “tecuitlatl.” Considered as the richest natural whole food in the world, Spirulina contains more beta-carotene than carrots, more iron than uncooked beef liver, more chlorophyll than wheat grass and every antioxidant discovered. In fact, a 1 kg of Spirulina contains the same amount of nutrients found in 1,000 kg of vegetables. These super algae can be taken in powder or tablet/capsule form.

Digestive enzymes, which are first and foremost created in the digestive tract, help in the breakdown of food. However, cooking and processing food lessen a number of enzymes they originally contain, making the body rely on the enzymes it can produce internally, a process that uses up a lot of energy. Today, there are a number of digestive enzyme supplements in the market to help the body cope with its slow digestion pace. Raw foods like salads, fresh fruits and juices, nuts and seeds, and yogurt are also great sources of digestive enzymes.

The hot stuff does more than just snap you awake. Herbalists all over the world agree cayenne is the most valuable herb. Considered as a “superfood”, cayenne pepper helps in digestion, relieves physical pain, boosts metabolism, strengthens the heart and improves blood flow.