4 Supplements That Will Give You More Energy Than Coffee

EMILY BELFIORE | She Finds

Let’s be real, there are days when you *literally* can’t even. We know it’s a cliché, but you never know when fatigue is going to hit. Everyone feels sluggish during the middle of the day or when you’re at work, but most of us don’t know how to boost your energy levels when this happens. If you’re always tired and you feel it’s affecting your productivity at work—and life in general—then it may be worth it to talk to your doctor about taking supplements for low energy.

When taken correctly and in the right dosage, natural supplements can improve your energy levels and the way your body functions. “Supplements provide you with the adequate requirement of the nutrients and minerals that your body needs to maintain optimal health,” Regina Fazzini, a New York-based nutritionist tells SheFinds. “This is especially the case for those who experience fatigue often and find that it hinders their daily performance at work, at the gym, or whenever they need it.”

New to the supplement game? Here are 4 supplements that Fazzini and other health experts recommend to help give you a natural energy boost:

Best Supplements For Low Energy:

1. Vitamin B12

“Your internal energy factories just don’t work as well without it,” Kathi Kemper, MD, director of the Center for Integrative Health and Wellness at Ohio State University, tells WebMD. Research shows that taking the supplement will help give you an extra energy boost. This water-soluble vitamin plays a big role in how your brain and nervous system function and will definitely help you get past that post-lunch slump.

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