Discover non-obvious products that lower energy levels

Do you feel drowsy all day long, have trouble concentrating, and lack vitality for any activity? Perhaps bad eating habits are to blame for this state of affairs. Experts reveal which products, instead of giving us energy, drastically reduce its level. If you're reaching for another cup of coffee, you better think about it ... Discover non-obvious products that lower energy levels.

Although many of us cannot imagine a day without a cup of aromatic small black coffee, which - at least in theory - immediately puts you on your feet, be careful with caffeine. While it can actually serve as a lifeline in the morning, each subsequent cup of coffee or energy drink carries some risks. "Drinking coffee in the late afternoon can disrupt sleep and make us tired and depleted the next day. In addition, if we drink too much caffeine at once, concentration drops in five hours and extreme fatigue appears," warns the dietitian.

Sugar has a similar damaging effect on the body. "Although after eating something sweet, we feel an immediate surge of energy, it usually lasts very shortly. I would not recommend reaching for a bar or candy when we lack the energy to act. We will feel even more sleepy very quickly" - warns the expert. And he adds that healthier substitutes for sweetness in the form of fruit smoothies will not necessarily give us energy. "Smoothies are devoid of the fiber found in whole fruits. The presence of fiber and the need to chew the fruit delays the absorption of sugar into the bloodstream. Eating sweet fruit smoothies causes a sharp rise in sugar levels, which in turn increases the feeling of hunger and drowsiness,"

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Specialists also have bad news for carnivores - foods high in fat and containing large amounts of protein will immediately deplete the body's energy reserves. A steak for dinner is therefore not the best idea, especially if we plan to finish an important project or train in the evening. "Since your body can only use 25 grams of protein from a single meal, after eating a dish such as steak, your body must excessively accelerate digestion and metabolize the excess protein. You will feel lethargic and full," says nutritionist.

We should also be careful with ready-made, low-calorie frozen dishes. Although they can be a godsend for busy people who try to keep their line, it is worth realizing that after consuming them, we may feel a decrease in energy. "Low-calorie frozen meals very often contain large amounts of sodium, which binds water, leading to gas, weakness and a general feeling of unwell. If you don't have time to cook, try at least for a frozen meal that contains 450-500 calories and contains less than 20% of the recommended daily sodium intake,