It’s a universal phenomena- feeling sleepy at work after a moderate lunch hour. There are many factors as to why one feels sleepy after that small lunch break we get at work. The first being the age and metabolism factor.But whatever the reason may be you can try these different tips to help your body deal with fatigue better.

•    Ensure that you eat a hearty breakfast and have a reasonably light lunch. Your breakfast should include whole grains and protein that will give you energy to work. Sandwiches, fruits, yogurt or salads are good options for lunch.

 

•    Avoid artificial stimulants like energy drinks or tea and coffee. These drinks provide a false sense of energy and actually drain you much more.
 

•    Cut down or stop smoking completely if possible.
 

•    If your job involves sitting for long periods (as is the case for most people nowadays), get up and take a short walk around the office. Stretch your muscles after lunch.

 

•    Ensure that your office area is ergonomically well designed along with being well-lit, spacious and clean. A good environment can make a big difference to productivity and energy levels.
 

•    Avoid drinking at night or eating heavy dinners. Try not to watch television while falling asleep. Such interruptions affect your quality of sleep.

 

•    Try and slowly develop a lifestyle of eating right, exercising and sleeping. Slow and steady changes take time but have great returns.

 

•    Include meditation or some form of breathing exercises in your routine.

•    You could also try stretching and moving around two to three times a day. Touch your toes, twist and bend to improve the flow of blood, and let your body and mind know that in spite of being stationary for long hours you are awake.

 

•    Take a break from your work to chat with your supervisors and co-workers. Not only will it keep you awake but also enable your relationships to get stronger.

 

•    Negative emotions can also make you sleepy at work as they will drain your energy and leave you mentally exhausted, so it is necessary to avoid those feelings.